Nanded
Nanded is a district in the Maharashtra State of India. The total area of Nanded district is 10,528 km², which includes 10,286.69 km² of rural area and 241.31 km² of urban area. There are about 1,541 villages in Nanded district.
For administrative convenience, Nanded 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 16 tehsils in Nanded district. Here is the list of all Nanded Tehsils / Blocks / C.D.Blocks along with area & population information.
List of CD Blocks / Tehsils in Nanded District
| # | Tehsil (CD Block) | Area (km²) | Population (2011) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Ardhapur | 301 | 1,09,332 |
| 2 | Bhokar | 708 | 1,38,313 |
| 3 | Biloli | 590 | 1,70,159 |
| 4 | Deglur | 690 | 2,27,862 |
| 5 | Dharmabad | 339 | 96,776 |
| 6 | Hadgaon | 1,055 | 2,59,986 |
| 7 | Himayatnagar | 474 | 1,09,727 |
| 8 | Kandhar | 807 | 2,48,870 |
| 9 | Kinwat | 1,532 | 2,47,786 |
| 10 | Loha | 868 | 2,41,885 |
| 11 | Mahoor | 519 | 99,940 |
| 12 | Mudkhed | 336 | 1,15,696 |
| 13 | Mukhed | 953 | 2,93,885 |
| 14 | Naigaon | 579 | 1,82,868 |
| 15 | Nanded | 403 | 7,19,188 |
| 16 | Umri | 373 | 99,019 |
Largest & Smallest Tehsils
Kinwat is the largest tehsil in nanded district, covering an area of 1531.88 km², while Ardhapur is the smallest tehsil in the district, with an area of 300.65 km². Nanded is the most populous, whereas Dharmabad is the least populous tehsil in nanded district.
| Particulars | Area | Population |
|---|---|---|
| Lartest Tehsil | Kinwat | Nanded |
| Smallest Tehsil | Ardhapur | Ardhapur |
Population of Nanded District
The population of Nanded 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 Nanded, 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 | 33,61,292 | 24,47,394 | 9,13,898 |
| Total Male Population | 17,30,075 | 12,58,160 | 4,71,915 |
| Total Female Population | 16,31,217 | 11,89,234 | 4,41,983 |
| Child Population (Age 0–6) | 4,59,572 | 3,41,023 | 1,18,549 |
| Male Child Population (Age 0–6) | 2,40,620 | 1,78,075 | 62,545 |
| Female Child Population (Age 0–6) | 2,18,952 | 1,62,948 | 56,004 |
| Literate Population | 21,89,425 | 15,29,317 | 6,60,108 |
| Literate Male Population | 12,55,222 | 8,92,050 | 3,63,172 |
| Literate Female Population | 9,34,203 | 6,37,267 | 2,96,936 |
| Illiterate Population | 11,71,867 | 9,18,077 | 2,53,790 |
| Illiterate Male Population | 4,74,853 | 3,66,110 | 1,08,743 |
| Illiterate Female Population | 6,97,014 | 5,51,967 | 1,45,047 |
| Households | 6,65,434 | 4,94,341 | 1,71,093 |
Here's a detailed summary of Basic Population Details of Nanded district based on Census 2011:
- Total population of Nanded district is 33,61,292, including 17,30,075 males and 16,31,217 females. In rural areas, it is 24,47,394, including 12,58,160 males and 11,89,234 females. In urban areas, it is 9,13,898, including 4,71,915 males and 4,41,983 females.
- Child population (0–6 years) in Nanded district is 4,59,572, including 2,40,620 boys and 2,18,952 girls. In rural areas, it is 3,41,023, including 1,78,075 boys and 1,62,948 girls. In urban areas, it is 1,18,549, including 62,545 boys and 56,004 girls.
- Literate population in Nanded district is around 21,89,425, including 12,55,222 males and 9,34,203 females. In rural areas, it is 15,29,317, including 8,92,050 males and 6,37,267 females. In urban areas, it is 6,60,108, including 3,63,172 males and 2,96,936 females.
- Illiterate population in Nanded district is about 11,71,867, including 4,74,853 males and 6,97,014 females. In rural areas, it is 9,18,077, including 3,66,110 males and 5,51,967 females. In urban areas, it is 2,53,790, including 1,08,743 males and 1,45,047 females.
- There are about 6,65,434 households in Nanded district, including 4,94,341 in rural areas and 1,71,093 in urban areas.
Social Structure and Density
This part highlights the distribution of Scheduled Caste (SC) and Scheduled Tribe (ST) populations within Nanded. 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 | 6,40,483 | 4,73,434 | 1,67,049 |
| SC Male Population | 3,28,797 | 2,43,159 | 85,638 |
| SC Female Population | 3,11,686 | 2,30,275 | 81,411 |
| Total ST Population | 2,81,695 | 2,41,712 | 39,983 |
| ST Male Population | 1,43,892 | 1,23,467 | 20,425 |
| ST Female Population | 1,37,803 | 1,18,245 | 19,558 |
| Population Density | 319 / km² | 238 / km² | 3,787 / km² |
Here's a detailed summary of the social structure and population density of Nanded district based on Census 2011:
- Scheduled Caste (SC) population in Nanded district is approximately 6,40,483, including 3,28,797 males and 3,11,686 females. In rural areas, it is 4,73,434, including 2,43,159 males and 2,30,275 females. In urban areas, it is 1,67,049, including 85,638 males and 81,411 females.
- Scheduled Tribe (ST) population in Nanded district is about 2,81,695, including 1,43,892 males and 1,37,803 females. In rural areas, it is 2,41,712, including 1,23,467 males and 1,18,245 females. In urban areas, it is 39,983, including 20,425 males and 19,558 females.
- Overall population density of Nanded district is around 319 people per km². Rural areas have about 238 people per km². Urban areas have about 3,787 people per km².