Aurangabad
Aurangabad is a district in the Maharashtra State of India. The total area of Aurangabad district is 10,131 km², which includes 9,821.54 km² of rural area and 309.35 km² of urban area. There are about 1,314 villages in Aurangabad district.
For administrative convenience, Aurangabad 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 9 tehsils in Aurangabad district. Here is the list of all Aurangabad Tehsils / Blocks / C.D.Blocks along with area & population information.
List of CD Blocks / Tehsils in Aurangabad District
| # | Tehsil (CD Block) | Area (km²) | Population (2011) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Aurangabad | 1,306 | 15,90,374 |
| 2 | Gangapur | 1,299 | 3,58,155 |
| 3 | Kannad | 1,501 | 3,41,019 |
| 4 | Khuldabad | 512 | 1,18,328 |
| 5 | Paithan | 1,426 | 3,47,973 |
| 6 | Phulambri | 719 | 1,61,012 |
| 7 | Sillod | 1,190 | 3,59,963 |
| 8 | Soegaon | 654 | 1,13,087 |
| 9 | Vaijapur | 1,531 | 3,11,371 |
Largest & Smallest Tehsils in Aurangabad District
Vaijapur is the largest tehsil in aurangabad district, covering an area of 1531.48 km², while Khuldabad is the smallest tehsil in the district, with an area of 511.89 km². Aurangabad is the most populous, whereas Soegaon is the least populous tehsil in aurangabad district.
| Particulars | Area | Population |
|---|---|---|
| Lartest Tehsil | Vaijapur | Aurangabad |
| Smallest Tehsil | Khuldabad | Khuldabad |
Population of Aurangabad District
The population of Aurangabad 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 Aurangabad, 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 | 37,01,282 | 20,81,112 | 16,20,170 |
| Total Male Population | 19,24,469 | 10,81,825 | 8,42,644 |
| Total Female Population | 17,76,813 | 9,99,287 | 7,77,526 |
| Child Population (Age 0–6) | 5,32,659 | 3,06,364 | 2,26,295 |
| Male Child Population (Age 0–6) | 2,86,721 | 1,65,510 | 1,21,211 |
| Female Child Population (Age 0–6) | 2,45,938 | 1,40,854 | 1,05,084 |
| Literate Population | 25,03,837 | 12,93,330 | 12,10,507 |
| Literate Male Population | 14,30,936 | 7,68,411 | 6,62,525 |
| Literate Female Population | 10,72,901 | 5,24,919 | 5,47,982 |
| Illiterate Population | 11,97,445 | 7,87,782 | 4,09,663 |
| Illiterate Male Population | 4,93,533 | 3,13,414 | 1,80,119 |
| Illiterate Female Population | 7,03,912 | 4,74,368 | 2,29,544 |
| Households | 7,51,915 | 4,20,950 | 3,30,965 |
Here's a detailed summary of Basic Population Details of Aurangabad district based on Census 2011:
- Total population of Aurangabad district is 37,01,282, including 19,24,469 males and 17,76,813 females. In rural areas, it is 20,81,112, including 10,81,825 males and 9,99,287 females. In urban areas, it is 16,20,170, including 8,42,644 males and 7,77,526 females.
- Child population (0–6 years) in Aurangabad district is 5,32,659, including 2,86,721 boys and 2,45,938 girls. In rural areas, it is 3,06,364, including 1,65,510 boys and 1,40,854 girls. In urban areas, it is 2,26,295, including 1,21,211 boys and 1,05,084 girls.
- Literate population in Aurangabad district is around 25,03,837, including 14,30,936 males and 10,72,901 females. In rural areas, it is 12,93,330, including 7,68,411 males and 5,24,919 females. In urban areas, it is 12,10,507, including 6,62,525 males and 5,47,982 females.
- Illiterate population in Aurangabad district is about 11,97,445, including 4,93,533 males and 7,03,912 females. In rural areas, it is 7,87,782, including 3,13,414 males and 4,74,368 females. In urban areas, it is 4,09,663, including 1,80,119 males and 2,29,544 females.
- There are about 7,51,915 households in Aurangabad district, including 4,20,950 in rural areas and 3,30,965 in urban areas.
Social Structure and Density
This part highlights the distribution of Scheduled Caste (SC) and Scheduled Tribe (ST) populations within Aurangabad. 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 | 5,39,368 | 2,46,659 | 2,92,709 |
| SC Male Population | 2,77,228 | 1,26,700 | 1,50,528 |
| SC Female Population | 2,62,140 | 1,19,959 | 1,42,181 |
| Total ST Population | 1,43,366 | 1,18,070 | 25,296 |
| ST Male Population | 73,876 | 60,537 | 13,339 |
| ST Female Population | 69,490 | 57,533 | 11,957 |
| Population Density | 365 / km² | 212 / km² | 5,237 / km² |
Here's a detailed summary of the social structure and population density of Aurangabad district based on Census 2011:
- Scheduled Caste (SC) population in Aurangabad district is approximately 5,39,368, including 2,77,228 males and 2,62,140 females. In rural areas, it is 2,46,659, including 1,26,700 males and 1,19,959 females. In urban areas, it is 2,92,709, including 1,50,528 males and 1,42,181 females.
- Scheduled Tribe (ST) population in Aurangabad district is about 1,43,366, including 73,876 males and 69,490 females. In rural areas, it is 1,18,070, including 60,537 males and 57,533 females. In urban areas, it is 25,296, including 13,339 males and 11,957 females.
- Overall population density of Aurangabad district is around 365 people per km². Rural areas have about 212 people per km². Urban areas have about 5,237 people per km².