Jalgaon
Jalgaon is a district in the Maharashtra State of India. The total area of Jalgaon district is 11,765 km², which includes 11,417.15 km² of rural area and 347.85 km² of urban area. There are about 1,487 villages in Jalgaon district.
For administrative convenience, Jalgaon 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.
Jamner is the largest tehsil in jalgaon district by area while Jalgaon is the largest tehsil by population. Bodvad is the smallest tehsil in jalgaon district by both area and population. There are 15 tehsils in Jalgaon district. Here is the list of all Jalgaon Tehsils / Blocks / C.D.Blocks along with area & population information.
List of CD Blocks / Tehsils in Jalgaon District
| # | Tehsil (CD Block) | Area (km²) | Population (2011) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Amalner | 799 | 2,87,849 |
| 2 | Bhadgaon | 491 | 1,62,889 |
| 3 | Bhusawal | 453 | 3,59,461 |
| 4 | Bodvad | 372 | 91,799 |
| 5 | Chalisgaon | 1,211 | 4,14,879 |
| 6 | Chopda | 1,154 | 3,12,815 |
| 7 | Dharangaon | 502 | 1,73,447 |
| 8 | Erandol | 513 | 1,66,521 |
| 9 | Jalgaon | 822 | 6,76,041 |
| 10 | Jamner | 1,350 | 3,49,957 |
| 11 | Muktainagar | 639 | 1,63,444 |
| 12 | Pachora | 813 | 2,89,628 |
| 13 | Parola | 784 | 1,96,863 |
| 14 | Raver | 910 | 3,12,082 |
| 15 | Yawal | 950 | 2,72,242 |
Population of Jalgaon District
The population of Jalgaon 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 Jalgaon, 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 | 42,29,917 | 28,87,206 | 13,42,711 |
| Total Male Population | 21,97,365 | 15,00,514 | 6,96,851 |
| Total Female Population | 20,32,552 | 13,86,692 | 6,45,860 |
| Child Population (Age 0–6) | 5,32,005 | 3,75,676 | 1,56,329 |
| Male Child Population (Age 0–6) | 2,88,827 | 2,03,933 | 84,894 |
| Female Child Population (Age 0–6) | 2,43,178 | 1,71,743 | 71,435 |
| Literate Population | 28,91,882 | 18,77,562 | 10,14,320 |
| Literate Male Population | 16,29,223 | 10,80,250 | 5,48,973 |
| Literate Female Population | 12,62,659 | 7,97,312 | 4,65,347 |
| Illiterate Population | 13,38,035 | 10,09,644 | 3,28,391 |
| Illiterate Male Population | 5,68,142 | 4,20,264 | 1,47,878 |
| Illiterate Female Population | 7,69,893 | 5,89,380 | 1,80,513 |
| Households | 9,03,643 | 6,24,570 | 2,79,073 |
Here's a detailed summary of Basic Population Details of Jalgaon district based on Census 2011:
- Total population of Jalgaon district is 42,29,917, including 21,97,365 males and 20,32,552 females. In rural areas, it is 28,87,206, including 15,00,514 males and 13,86,692 females. In urban areas, it is 13,42,711, including 6,96,851 males and 6,45,860 females.
- Child population (0–6 years) in Jalgaon district is 5,32,005, including 2,88,827 boys and 2,43,178 girls. In rural areas, it is 3,75,676, including 2,03,933 boys and 1,71,743 girls. In urban areas, it is 1,56,329, including 84,894 boys and 71,435 girls.
- Literate population in Jalgaon district is around 28,91,882, including 16,29,223 males and 12,62,659 females. In rural areas, it is 18,77,562, including 10,80,250 males and 7,97,312 females. In urban areas, it is 10,14,320, including 5,48,973 males and 4,65,347 females.
- Illiterate population in Jalgaon district is about 13,38,035, including 5,68,142 males and 7,69,893 females. In rural areas, it is 10,09,644, including 4,20,264 males and 5,89,380 females. In urban areas, it is 3,28,391, including 1,47,878 males and 1,80,513 females.
- There are about 9,03,643 households in Jalgaon district, including 6,24,570 in rural areas and 2,79,073 in urban areas.
Social Structure and Density
This part highlights the distribution of Scheduled Caste (SC) and Scheduled Tribe (ST) populations within Jalgaon. 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 | 3,89,273 | 2,67,718 | 1,21,555 |
| SC Male Population | 1,99,427 | 1,37,458 | 61,969 |
| SC Female Population | 1,89,846 | 1,30,260 | 59,586 |
| Total ST Population | 6,04,367 | 5,37,071 | 67,296 |
| ST Male Population | 3,10,150 | 2,75,373 | 34,777 |
| ST Female Population | 2,94,217 | 2,61,698 | 32,519 |
| Population Density | 360 / km² | 253 / km² | 3,860 / km² |
Here's a detailed summary of the social structure and population density of Jalgaon district based on Census 2011:
- Scheduled Caste (SC) population in Jalgaon district is approximately 3,89,273, including 1,99,427 males and 1,89,846 females. In rural areas, it is 2,67,718, including 1,37,458 males and 1,30,260 females. In urban areas, it is 1,21,555, including 61,969 males and 59,586 females.
- Scheduled Tribe (ST) population in Jalgaon district is about 6,04,367, including 3,10,150 males and 2,94,217 females. In rural areas, it is 5,37,071, including 2,75,373 males and 2,61,698 females. In urban areas, it is 67,296, including 34,777 males and 32,519 females.
- Overall population density of Jalgaon district is around 360 people per km². Rural areas have about 253 people per km². Urban areas have about 3,860 people per km².