Jalna
Jalna is a district in the Maharashtra State of India. The total area of Jalna district is 7,694 km², which includes 7,587.95 km² of rural area and 106.16 km² of urban area. There are about 958 villages in Jalna district.
For administrative convenience, Jalna 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 8 tehsils in Jalna district. Here is the list of all Jalna Tehsils / Blocks / C.D.Blocks along with area & population information.
List of CD Blocks / Tehsils in Jalna District
| # | Tehsil (CD Block) | Area (km²) | Population (2011) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Ambad | 1,159 | 2,55,709 |
| 2 | Badnapur | 778 | 1,53,772 |
| 3 | Bhokardan | 1,177 | 3,11,303 |
| 4 | Ghansawangi | 1,119 | 2,11,108 |
| 5 | Jafferabad | 725 | 1,63,120 |
| 6 | Jalna | 1,168 | 5,19,018 |
| 7 | Mantha | 823 | 1,67,427 |
| 8 | Partur | 738 | 1,77,589 |
Largest & Smallest Tehsils
Bhokardan is the largest tehsil in jalna district, covering an area of 1177.42 km², while Jafferabad is the smallest tehsil in the district, with an area of 724.50 km². Jalna is the most populous, whereas Badnapur is the least populous tehsil in jalna district.
| Particulars | Area | Population |
|---|---|---|
| Lartest Tehsil | Bhokardan | Jalna |
| Smallest Tehsil | Jafferabad | Jafferabad |
Population of Jalna District
The population of Jalna 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 Jalna, 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 | 19,59,046 | 15,81,617 | 3,77,429 |
| Total Male Population | 10,11,473 | 8,17,279 | 1,94,194 |
| Total Female Population | 9,47,573 | 7,64,338 | 1,83,235 |
| Child Population (Age 0–6) | 2,87,338 | 2,34,903 | 52,435 |
| Male Child Population (Age 0–6) | 1,53,642 | 1,26,180 | 27,462 |
| Female Child Population (Age 0–6) | 1,33,696 | 1,08,723 | 24,973 |
| Literate Population | 11,95,523 | 9,31,514 | 2,64,009 |
| Literate Male Population | 6,99,428 | 5,54,670 | 1,44,758 |
| Literate Female Population | 4,96,095 | 3,76,844 | 1,19,251 |
| Illiterate Population | 7,63,523 | 6,50,103 | 1,13,420 |
| Illiterate Male Population | 3,12,045 | 2,62,609 | 49,436 |
| Illiterate Female Population | 4,51,478 | 3,87,494 | 63,984 |
| Households | 3,91,701 | 3,20,908 | 70,793 |
Here's a detailed summary of Basic Population Details of Jalna district based on Census 2011:
- Total population of Jalna district is 19,59,046, including 10,11,473 males and 9,47,573 females. In rural areas, it is 15,81,617, including 8,17,279 males and 7,64,338 females. In urban areas, it is 3,77,429, including 1,94,194 males and 1,83,235 females.
- Child population (0–6 years) in Jalna district is 2,87,338, including 1,53,642 boys and 1,33,696 girls. In rural areas, it is 2,34,903, including 1,26,180 boys and 1,08,723 girls. In urban areas, it is 52,435, including 27,462 boys and 24,973 girls.
- Literate population in Jalna district is around 11,95,523, including 6,99,428 males and 4,96,095 females. In rural areas, it is 9,31,514, including 5,54,670 males and 3,76,844 females. In urban areas, it is 2,64,009, including 1,44,758 males and 1,19,251 females.
- Illiterate population in Jalna district is about 7,63,523, including 3,12,045 males and 4,51,478 females. In rural areas, it is 6,50,103, including 2,62,609 males and 3,87,494 females. In urban areas, it is 1,13,420, including 49,436 males and 63,984 females.
- There are about 3,91,701 households in Jalna district, including 3,20,908 in rural areas and 70,793 in urban areas.
Social Structure and Density
This part highlights the distribution of Scheduled Caste (SC) and Scheduled Tribe (ST) populations within Jalna. 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 | 2,72,266 | 2,26,345 | 45,921 |
| SC Male Population | 1,38,957 | 1,15,749 | 23,208 |
| SC Female Population | 1,33,309 | 1,10,596 | 22,713 |
| Total ST Population | 42,263 | 35,876 | 6,387 |
| ST Male Population | 21,988 | 18,543 | 3,445 |
| ST Female Population | 20,275 | 17,333 | 2,942 |
| Population Density | 255 / km² | 208 / km² | 3,555 / km² |
Here's a detailed summary of the social structure and population density of Jalna district based on Census 2011:
- Scheduled Caste (SC) population in Jalna district is approximately 2,72,266, including 1,38,957 males and 1,33,309 females. In rural areas, it is 2,26,345, including 1,15,749 males and 1,10,596 females. In urban areas, it is 45,921, including 23,208 males and 22,713 females.
- Scheduled Tribe (ST) population in Jalna district is about 42,263, including 21,988 males and 20,275 females. In rural areas, it is 35,876, including 18,543 males and 17,333 females. In urban areas, it is 6,387, including 3,445 males and 2,942 females.
- Overall population density of Jalna district is around 255 people per km². Rural areas have about 208 people per km². Urban areas have about 3,555 people per km².