Mandya
Mandya is a district in the Karnataka State of India. The total area of Mandya district is 4,962 km², which includes 4,905.32 km² of rural area and 56.68 km² of urban area. There are about 1,368 villages in Mandya district.
For administrative convenience, Mandya district is divided into Tehsils, Blocks, PS, and Community Development Blocks (C.D. Blocks). In many states, Blocks or C.D. Blocks are treated the same as tehsils, though they may have slightly different roles depending on the region.
A Community Development Block is a rural area set aside for administration and development. Each block is managed by a Block Development Officer (BDO) and includes several gram panchayats, which are the local governing bodies at the village level.
There are 7 talukas in Mandya district. Here is the list of all Mandya Talukas / Blocks / C.D.Blocks along with area & population information.
List of CD Blocks / Talukas in Mandya District
| # | Taluka (CD Block) | Area (km²) | Population (2011) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Krishnarajpet | 896 | 2,60,479 |
| 2 | Maddur | 614 | 2,95,432 |
| 3 | Malavalli | 809 | 2,83,265 |
| 4 | Mandya | 713 | 4,15,153 |
| 5 | Nagamangala | 1,034 | 1,87,897 |
| 6 | Pandavapura | 528 | 1,83,352 |
| 7 | Shrirangapattana | 368 | 1,80,191 |
Largest & Smallest Tehsils
Nagamangala is the largest taluka in mandya district by area, while Mandya is the largest by population. Shrirangapattana is the smallest taluka in mandya district by both area and population.
| Particulars | Area | Population |
|---|---|---|
| Lartest Tehsil | Nagamangala | Mandya |
| Smallest Tehsil | Shrirangapattana | Shrirangapattana |
Population of Mandya District
The population of Mandya offers a clear picture of how people are spread across its villages and towns. In the sections below, you’ll find details about total population, gender-wise distribution, child population, literacy rates, social groups like SC and ST, household count, and population density. Together, this information helps understand the structure and diversity of the district.
Basic Population Details
This section covers important demographic figures of Mandya, including the number of males and females, children aged 0–6, total households, and literacy status in rural and urban areas. These indicators highlight the human development status and help identify gaps in basic services like education and housing.
| Particulars | Total | Rural | Urban |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 18,05,769 | 14,97,407 | 3,08,362 |
| Total Male Population | 9,05,085 | 7,51,243 | 1,53,842 |
| Total Female Population | 9,00,684 | 7,46,164 | 1,54,520 |
| Child Population (Age 0–6) | 1,72,685 | 1,41,058 | 31,627 |
| Male Child Population (Age 0–6) | 89,063 | 72,792 | 16,271 |
| Female Child Population (Age 0–6) | 83,622 | 68,266 | 15,356 |
| Literate Population | 11,49,649 | 9,19,289 | 2,30,360 |
| Literate Male Population | 6,38,668 | 5,17,904 | 1,20,764 |
| Literate Female Population | 5,10,981 | 4,01,385 | 1,09,596 |
| Illiterate Population | 6,56,120 | 5,78,118 | 78,002 |
| Illiterate Male Population | 2,66,417 | 2,33,339 | 33,078 |
| Illiterate Female Population | 3,89,703 | 3,44,779 | 44,924 |
| Households | 4,28,625 | 3,55,271 | 73,354 |
Here's a detailed summary of Basic Population Details of Mandya district based on Census 2011:
- Total population of Mandya district is 18,05,769, including 9,05,085 males and 9,00,684 females. In rural areas, it is 14,97,407, including 7,51,243 males and 7,46,164 females. In urban areas, it is 3,08,362, including 1,53,842 males and 1,54,520 females.
- Child population (0–6 years) in Mandya district is 1,72,685, including 89,063 boys and 83,622 girls. In rural areas, it is 1,41,058, including 72,792 boys and 68,266 girls. In urban areas, it is 31,627, including 16,271 boys and 15,356 girls.
- Literate population in Mandya district is around 11,49,649, including 6,38,668 males and 5,10,981 females. In rural areas, it is 9,19,289, including 5,17,904 males and 4,01,385 females. In urban areas, it is 2,30,360, including 1,20,764 males and 1,09,596 females.
- Illiterate population in Mandya district is about 6,56,120, including 2,66,417 males and 3,89,703 females. In rural areas, it is 5,78,118, including 2,33,339 males and 3,44,779 females. In urban areas, it is 78,002, including 33,078 males and 44,924 females.
- There are about 4,28,625 households in Mandya district, including 3,55,271 in rural areas and 73,354 in urban areas.
Social Structure and Density
This part highlights the distribution of Scheduled Caste (SC) and Scheduled Tribe (ST) populations within Mandya. It also includes data on how densely people live in rural versus urban areas. Together, these figures offer insights into community spread and the pressure on local infrastructure and services.
| Particulars | Total | Rural | Urban |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total SC Population | 2,65,294 | 2,21,943 | 43,351 |
| SC Male Population | 1,31,675 | 1,10,241 | 21,434 |
| SC Female Population | 1,33,619 | 1,11,702 | 21,917 |
| Total ST Population | 22,402 | 17,361 | 5,041 |
| ST Male Population | 11,310 | 8,814 | 2,496 |
| ST Female Population | 11,092 | 8,547 | 2,545 |
| Population Density | 364 / km² | 305 / km² | 5,440 / km² |
Here's a detailed summary of the social structure and population density of Mandya district based on Census 2011:
- Scheduled Caste (SC) population in Mandya district is approximately 2,65,294, including 1,31,675 males and 1,33,619 females. In rural areas, it is 2,21,943, including 1,10,241 males and 1,11,702 females. In urban areas, it is 43,351, including 21,434 males and 21,917 females.
- Scheduled Tribe (ST) population in Mandya district is about 22,402, including 11,310 males and 11,092 females. In rural areas, it is 17,361, including 8,814 males and 8,547 females. In urban areas, it is 5,041, including 2,496 males and 2,545 females.
- Overall population density of Mandya district is around 364 people per km². Rural areas have about 305 people per km². Urban areas have about 5,440 people per km².