Latur
Latur is a district in the Maharashtra State of India. The total area of Latur district is 7,157 km², which includes 7,072.62 km² of rural area and 84.38 km² of urban area. There are about 928 villages in Latur district.
For administrative convenience, Latur 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 10 tehsils in Latur district. Here is the list of all Latur Tehsils / Blocks / C.D.Blocks along with area & population information.
List of CD Blocks / Tehsils in Latur District
| # | Tehsil (CD Block) | Area (km²) | Population (2011) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Ahmadpur | 774 | 2,36,168 |
| 2 | Ausa | 1,220 | 3,09,571 |
| 3 | Chakur | 684 | 1,77,956 |
| 4 | Deoni | 415 | 97,598 |
| 5 | Jalkot | 361 | 87,201 |
| 6 | Latur | 1,009 | 6,83,666 |
| 7 | Nilanga | 1,080 | 3,25,255 |
| 8 | Renapur | 558 | 1,42,187 |
| 9 | Shirur Anantpal | 320 | 83,528 |
| 10 | Udgir | 736 | 3,11,066 |
Largest & Smallest Tehsils
Ausa is the largest tehsil in latur district by area, while Latur is the largest by population. Shirur-Anantpal is the smallest tehsil in latur district by both area and population.
| Particulars | Area | Population |
|---|---|---|
| Lartest Tehsil | Ausa | Latur |
| Smallest Tehsil | Shirur-Anantpal | Shirur-Anantpal |
Population of Latur District
The population of Latur 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 Latur, 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 | 24,54,196 | 18,29,216 | 6,24,980 |
| Total Male Population | 12,73,140 | 9,49,707 | 3,23,433 |
| Total Female Population | 11,81,056 | 8,79,509 | 3,01,547 |
| Child Population (Age 0–6) | 3,17,811 | 2,38,335 | 79,476 |
| Male Child Population (Age 0–6) | 1,68,237 | 1,26,156 | 42,081 |
| Female Child Population (Age 0–6) | 1,49,574 | 1,12,179 | 37,395 |
| Literate Population | 16,50,672 | 11,94,845 | 4,55,827 |
| Literate Male Population | 9,32,432 | 6,83,249 | 2,49,183 |
| Literate Female Population | 7,18,240 | 5,11,596 | 2,06,644 |
| Illiterate Population | 8,03,524 | 6,34,371 | 1,69,153 |
| Illiterate Male Population | 3,40,708 | 2,66,458 | 74,250 |
| Illiterate Female Population | 4,62,816 | 3,67,913 | 94,903 |
| Households | 4,81,572 | 3,63,409 | 1,18,163 |
Here's a detailed summary of Basic Population Details of Latur district based on Census 2011:
- Total population of Latur district is 24,54,196, including 12,73,140 males and 11,81,056 females. In rural areas, it is 18,29,216, including 9,49,707 males and 8,79,509 females. In urban areas, it is 6,24,980, including 3,23,433 males and 3,01,547 females.
- Child population (0–6 years) in Latur district is 3,17,811, including 1,68,237 boys and 1,49,574 girls. In rural areas, it is 2,38,335, including 1,26,156 boys and 1,12,179 girls. In urban areas, it is 79,476, including 42,081 boys and 37,395 girls.
- Literate population in Latur district is around 16,50,672, including 9,32,432 males and 7,18,240 females. In rural areas, it is 11,94,845, including 6,83,249 males and 5,11,596 females. In urban areas, it is 4,55,827, including 2,49,183 males and 2,06,644 females.
- Illiterate population in Latur district is about 8,03,524, including 3,40,708 males and 4,62,816 females. In rural areas, it is 6,34,371, including 2,66,458 males and 3,67,913 females. In urban areas, it is 1,69,153, including 74,250 males and 94,903 females.
- There are about 4,81,572 households in Latur district, including 3,63,409 in rural areas and 1,18,163 in urban areas.
Social Structure and Density
This part highlights the distribution of Scheduled Caste (SC) and Scheduled Tribe (ST) populations within Latur. 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 | 4,80,913 | 3,69,609 | 1,11,304 |
| SC Male Population | 2,47,918 | 1,90,913 | 57,005 |
| SC Female Population | 2,32,995 | 1,78,696 | 54,299 |
| Total ST Population | 57,488 | 48,147 | 9,341 |
| ST Male Population | 29,872 | 24,970 | 4,902 |
| ST Female Population | 27,616 | 23,177 | 4,439 |
| Population Density | 343 / km² | 259 / km² | 7,407 / km² |
Here's a detailed summary of the social structure and population density of Latur district based on Census 2011:
- Scheduled Caste (SC) population in Latur district is approximately 4,80,913, including 2,47,918 males and 2,32,995 females. In rural areas, it is 3,69,609, including 1,90,913 males and 1,78,696 females. In urban areas, it is 1,11,304, including 57,005 males and 54,299 females.
- Scheduled Tribe (ST) population in Latur district is about 57,488, including 29,872 males and 27,616 females. In rural areas, it is 48,147, including 24,970 males and 23,177 females. In urban areas, it is 9,341, including 4,902 males and 4,439 females.
- Overall population density of Latur district is around 343 people per km². Rural areas have about 259 people per km². Urban areas have about 7,407 people per km².