Sindhudurg
Sindhudurg is a district in the Maharashtra State of India. The total area of Sindhudurg district is 5,207 km², which includes 5,142.71 km² of rural area and 64.29 km² of urban area. There are about 740 villages in Sindhudurg district.
For administrative convenience, Sindhudurg 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.
Sawantwadi is the largest tehsil in sindhudurg district covering area of 895.89 km² while Vengurla is the smallest tehsil in sindhudurg district covering area of 302.03 km². Kudal is the most populous whereas Vaibhavvadi is the least populous tehsil in sindhudurg district. There are 8 tehsils in Sindhudurg district. Here is the list of all Sindhudurg Tehsils / Blocks / C.D.Blocks along with area & population information.
List of CD Blocks / Tehsils in Sindhudurg District
| # | Tehsil (CD Block) | Area (km²) | Population (2011) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Devgad | 808 | 1,20,909 |
| 2 | Dodamarg | 500 | 48,904 |
| 3 | Kankavli | 784 | 1,35,295 |
| 4 | Kudal | 845 | 1,55,624 |
| 5 | Malwan | 639 | 1,11,807 |
| 6 | Sawantwadi | 896 | 1,47,466 |
| 7 | Vaibhavvadi | 433 | 43,845 |
| 8 | Vengurla | 302 | 85,801 |
Population of Sindhudurg District
The population of Sindhudurg 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 Sindhudurg, 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 | 8,49,651 | 7,42,645 | 1,07,006 |
| Total Male Population | 4,17,332 | 3,63,268 | 54,064 |
| Total Female Population | 4,32,319 | 3,79,377 | 52,942 |
| Child Population (Age 0–6) | 71,193 | 61,715 | 9,478 |
| Male Child Population (Age 0–6) | 37,034 | 32,038 | 4,996 |
| Female Child Population (Age 0–6) | 34,159 | 29,677 | 4,482 |
| Literate Population | 6,66,067 | 5,76,273 | 89,794 |
| Literate Male Population | 3,48,289 | 3,02,111 | 46,178 |
| Literate Female Population | 3,17,778 | 2,74,162 | 43,616 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,83,584 | 1,66,372 | 17,212 |
| Illiterate Male Population | 69,043 | 61,157 | 7,886 |
| Illiterate Female Population | 1,14,541 | 1,05,215 | 9,326 |
| Households | 2,09,839 | 1,83,201 | 26,638 |
Here's a detailed summary of Basic Population Details of Sindhudurg district based on Census 2011:
- Total population of Sindhudurg district is 8,49,651, including 4,17,332 males and 4,32,319 females. In rural areas, it is 7,42,645, including 3,63,268 males and 3,79,377 females. In urban areas, it is 1,07,006, including 54,064 males and 52,942 females.
- Child population (0–6 years) in Sindhudurg district is 71,193, including 37,034 boys and 34,159 girls. In rural areas, it is 61,715, including 32,038 boys and 29,677 girls. In urban areas, it is 9,478, including 4,996 boys and 4,482 girls.
- Literate population in Sindhudurg district is around 6,66,067, including 3,48,289 males and 3,17,778 females. In rural areas, it is 5,76,273, including 3,02,111 males and 2,74,162 females. In urban areas, it is 89,794, including 46,178 males and 43,616 females.
- Illiterate population in Sindhudurg district is about 1,83,584, including 69,043 males and 1,14,541 females. In rural areas, it is 1,66,372, including 61,157 males and 1,05,215 females. In urban areas, it is 17,212, including 7,886 males and 9,326 females.
- There are about 2,09,839 households in Sindhudurg district, including 1,83,201 in rural areas and 26,638 in urban areas.
Social Structure and Density
This part highlights the distribution of Scheduled Caste (SC) and Scheduled Tribe (ST) populations within Sindhudurg. 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 | 55,586 | 48,709 | 6,877 |
| SC Male Population | 26,830 | 23,397 | 3,433 |
| SC Female Population | 28,756 | 25,312 | 3,444 |
| Total ST Population | 6,976 | 6,019 | 957 |
| ST Male Population | 3,575 | 3,061 | 514 |
| ST Female Population | 3,401 | 2,958 | 443 |
| Population Density | 163 / km² | 144 / km² | 1,664 / km² |
Here's a detailed summary of the social structure and population density of Sindhudurg district based on Census 2011:
- Scheduled Caste (SC) population in Sindhudurg district is approximately 55,586, including 26,830 males and 28,756 females. In rural areas, it is 48,709, including 23,397 males and 25,312 females. In urban areas, it is 6,877, including 3,433 males and 3,444 females.
- Scheduled Tribe (ST) population in Sindhudurg district is about 6,976, including 3,575 males and 3,401 females. In rural areas, it is 6,019, including 3,061 males and 2,958 females. In urban areas, it is 957, including 514 males and 443 females.
- Overall population density of Sindhudurg district is around 163 people per km². Rural areas have about 144 people per km². Urban areas have about 1,664 people per km².