Osmanabad
Osmanabad is a district in the Maharashtra State of India. The total area of Osmanabad district is 7,569 km², which includes 7,439.99 km² of rural area and 129.01 km² of urban area. There are about 728 villages in Osmanabad district.
For administrative convenience, Osmanabad 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 Osmanabad district. Here is the list of all Osmanabad Tehsils / Blocks / C.D.Blocks along with area & population information.
List of CD Blocks / Tehsils in Osmanabad District
| # | Tehsil (CD Block) | Area (km²) | Population (2011) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Bhum | 816 | 1,36,745 |
| 2 | Kalamb | 957 | 2,17,687 |
| 3 | Lohara | 563 | 1,16,712 |
| 4 | Osmanabad | 1,347 | 4,05,736 |
| 5 | Paranda | 834 | 1,40,148 |
| 6 | Tuljapur | 1,501 | 2,78,879 |
| 7 | Umarga | 984 | 2,69,519 |
| 8 | Washi | 568 | 92,150 |
Largest & Smallest Tehsils
Tuljapur is the largest tehsil in osmanabad district, covering an area of 1501.24 km², while Lohara is the smallest tehsil in the district, with an area of 562.86 km². Osmanabad is the most populous, whereas Washi is the least populous tehsil in osmanabad district.
| Particulars | Area | Population |
|---|---|---|
| Lartest Tehsil | Tuljapur | Osmanabad |
| Smallest Tehsil | Lohara | Lohara |
Population of Osmanabad District
The population of Osmanabad 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 Osmanabad, 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 | 16,57,576 | 13,76,519 | 2,81,057 |
| Total Male Population | 8,61,535 | 7,16,237 | 1,45,298 |
| Total Female Population | 7,96,041 | 6,60,282 | 1,35,759 |
| Child Population (Age 0–6) | 2,07,096 | 1,71,560 | 35,536 |
| Male Child Population (Age 0–6) | 1,10,919 | 91,913 | 19,006 |
| Female Child Population (Age 0–6) | 96,177 | 79,647 | 16,530 |
| Literate Population | 11,37,810 | 9,26,022 | 2,11,788 |
| Literate Male Population | 6,44,304 | 5,28,743 | 1,15,561 |
| Literate Female Population | 4,93,506 | 3,97,279 | 96,227 |
| Illiterate Population | 5,19,766 | 4,50,497 | 69,269 |
| Illiterate Male Population | 2,17,231 | 1,87,494 | 29,737 |
| Illiterate Female Population | 3,02,535 | 2,63,003 | 39,532 |
| Households | 3,51,281 | 2,96,494 | 54,787 |
Here's a detailed summary of Basic Population Details of Osmanabad district based on Census 2011:
- Total population of Osmanabad district is 16,57,576, including 8,61,535 males and 7,96,041 females. In rural areas, it is 13,76,519, including 7,16,237 males and 6,60,282 females. In urban areas, it is 2,81,057, including 1,45,298 males and 1,35,759 females.
- Child population (0–6 years) in Osmanabad district is 2,07,096, including 1,10,919 boys and 96,177 girls. In rural areas, it is 1,71,560, including 91,913 boys and 79,647 girls. In urban areas, it is 35,536, including 19,006 boys and 16,530 girls.
- Literate population in Osmanabad district is around 11,37,810, including 6,44,304 males and 4,93,506 females. In rural areas, it is 9,26,022, including 5,28,743 males and 3,97,279 females. In urban areas, it is 2,11,788, including 1,15,561 males and 96,227 females.
- Illiterate population in Osmanabad district is about 5,19,766, including 2,17,231 males and 3,02,535 females. In rural areas, it is 4,50,497, including 1,87,494 males and 2,63,003 females. In urban areas, it is 69,269, including 29,737 males and 39,532 females.
- There are about 3,51,281 households in Osmanabad district, including 2,96,494 in rural areas and 54,787 in urban areas.
Social Structure and Density
This part highlights the distribution of Scheduled Caste (SC) and Scheduled Tribe (ST) populations within Osmanabad. 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 | 2,65,184 | 2,21,325 | 43,859 |
| SC Male Population | 1,36,354 | 1,13,813 | 22,541 |
| SC Female Population | 1,28,830 | 1,07,512 | 21,318 |
| Total ST Population | 36,039 | 30,007 | 6,032 |
| ST Male Population | 18,569 | 15,426 | 3,143 |
| ST Female Population | 17,470 | 14,581 | 2,889 |
| Population Density | 219 / km² | 185 / km² | 2,179 / km² |
Here's a detailed summary of the social structure and population density of Osmanabad district based on Census 2011:
- Scheduled Caste (SC) population in Osmanabad district is approximately 2,65,184, including 1,36,354 males and 1,28,830 females. In rural areas, it is 2,21,325, including 1,13,813 males and 1,07,512 females. In urban areas, it is 43,859, including 22,541 males and 21,318 females.
- Scheduled Tribe (ST) population in Osmanabad district is about 36,039, including 18,569 males and 17,470 females. In rural areas, it is 30,007, including 15,426 males and 14,581 females. In urban areas, it is 6,032, including 3,143 males and 2,889 females.
- Overall population density of Osmanabad district is around 219 people per km². Rural areas have about 185 people per km². Urban areas have about 2,179 people per km².