Ahmadnagar
Ahmadnagar is a district in the Maharashtra State of India. The total area of Ahmadnagar district is 17,048 km², which includes 16,581.43 km² of rural area and 466.57 km² of urban area. There are about 1,581 villages in Ahmadnagar district.
For administrative convenience, Ahmadnagar 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 14 tehsils in Ahmadnagar district. Here is the list of all Ahmadnagar Tehsils / Blocks / C.D.Blocks along with area & population information.
List of CD Blocks / Tehsils in Ahmadnagar District
| # | Tehsil (CD Block) | Area (km²) | Population (2011) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Akola | 1,486 | 2,91,950 |
| 2 | Jamkhed | 882 | 1,58,380 |
| 3 | Karjat | 1,492 | 2,35,792 |
| 4 | Kopargaon | 735 | 3,02,452 |
| 5 | Nagar | 1,519 | 6,84,044 |
| 6 | Nevasa | 1,287 | 3,57,829 |
| 7 | Parner | 1,857 | 2,74,167 |
| 8 | Pathardi | 1,196 | 2,58,109 |
| 9 | Rahta | 650 | 3,20,485 |
| 10 | Rahuri | 1,017 | 3,22,823 |
| 11 | Sangamner | 1,692 | 4,87,939 |
| 12 | Shevgaon | 1,081 | 2,45,714 |
| 13 | Shrigonda | 1,603 | 3,15,975 |
| 14 | Shrirampur | 552 | 2,87,500 |
Largest & Smallest Tehsils
Parner is the largest tehsil in ahmadnagar district, covering an area of 1856.80 km², while Shrirampur is the smallest tehsil in the district, with an area of 551.62 km². Nagar is the most populous, whereas Jamkhed is the least populous tehsil in ahmadnagar district.
| Particulars | Area | Population |
|---|---|---|
| Lartest Tehsil | Parner | Nagar |
| Smallest Tehsil | Shrirampur | Shrirampur |
Population of Ahmadnagar District
The population of Ahmadnagar 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 Ahmadnagar, 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 | 45,43,159 | 36,30,542 | 9,12,617 |
| Total Male Population | 23,42,825 | 18,72,907 | 4,69,918 |
| Total Female Population | 22,00,334 | 17,57,635 | 4,42,699 |
| Child Population (Age 0–6) | 5,56,014 | 4,50,473 | 1,05,541 |
| Male Child Population (Age 0–6) | 3,00,238 | 2,43,665 | 56,573 |
| Female Child Population (Age 0–6) | 2,55,776 | 2,06,808 | 48,968 |
| Literate Population | 31,51,890 | 24,45,147 | 7,06,743 |
| Literate Male Population | 17,73,355 | 13,92,891 | 3,80,464 |
| Literate Female Population | 13,78,535 | 10,52,256 | 3,26,279 |
| Illiterate Population | 13,91,269 | 11,85,395 | 2,05,874 |
| Illiterate Male Population | 5,69,470 | 4,80,016 | 89,454 |
| Illiterate Female Population | 8,21,799 | 7,05,379 | 1,16,420 |
| Households | 9,30,024 | 7,39,083 | 1,90,941 |
Here's a detailed summary of Basic Population Details of Ahmadnagar district based on Census 2011:
- Total population of Ahmadnagar district is 45,43,159, including 23,42,825 males and 22,00,334 females. In rural areas, it is 36,30,542, including 18,72,907 males and 17,57,635 females. In urban areas, it is 9,12,617, including 4,69,918 males and 4,42,699 females.
- Child population (0–6 years) in Ahmadnagar district is 5,56,014, including 3,00,238 boys and 2,55,776 girls. In rural areas, it is 4,50,473, including 2,43,665 boys and 2,06,808 girls. In urban areas, it is 1,05,541, including 56,573 boys and 48,968 girls.
- Literate population in Ahmadnagar district is around 31,51,890, including 17,73,355 males and 13,78,535 females. In rural areas, it is 24,45,147, including 13,92,891 males and 10,52,256 females. In urban areas, it is 7,06,743, including 3,80,464 males and 3,26,279 females.
- Illiterate population in Ahmadnagar district is about 13,91,269, including 5,69,470 males and 8,21,799 females. In rural areas, it is 11,85,395, including 4,80,016 males and 7,05,379 females. In urban areas, it is 2,05,874, including 89,454 males and 1,16,420 females.
- There are about 9,30,024 households in Ahmadnagar district, including 7,39,083 in rural areas and 1,90,941 in urban areas.
Social Structure and Density
This part highlights the distribution of Scheduled Caste (SC) and Scheduled Tribe (ST) populations within Ahmadnagar. 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 | 5,73,698 | 4,43,302 | 1,30,396 |
| SC Male Population | 2,91,521 | 2,25,820 | 65,701 |
| SC Female Population | 2,82,177 | 2,17,482 | 64,695 |
| Total ST Population | 3,78,230 | 3,54,975 | 23,255 |
| ST Male Population | 1,91,165 | 1,79,133 | 12,032 |
| ST Female Population | 1,87,065 | 1,75,842 | 11,223 |
| Population Density | 267 / km² | 219 / km² | 1,956 / km² |
Here's a detailed summary of the social structure and population density of Ahmadnagar district based on Census 2011:
- Scheduled Caste (SC) population in Ahmadnagar district is approximately 5,73,698, including 2,91,521 males and 2,82,177 females. In rural areas, it is 4,43,302, including 2,25,820 males and 2,17,482 females. In urban areas, it is 1,30,396, including 65,701 males and 64,695 females.
- Scheduled Tribe (ST) population in Ahmadnagar district is about 3,78,230, including 1,91,165 males and 1,87,065 females. In rural areas, it is 3,54,975, including 1,79,133 males and 1,75,842 females. In urban areas, it is 23,255, including 12,032 males and 11,223 females.
- Overall population density of Ahmadnagar district is around 267 people per km². Rural areas have about 219 people per km². Urban areas have about 1,956 people per km².