Washim
Washim is a district in the Maharashtra State of India. The total area of Washim district is 4,901 km², which includes 4,821.10 km² of rural area and 80.09 km² of urban area. There are about 698 villages in Washim district.
For administrative convenience, Washim 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 6 tehsils in Washim district. Here is the list of all Washim Tehsils / Blocks / C.D.Blocks along with area & population information.
List of CD Blocks / Tehsils in Washim District
| # | Tehsil (CD Block) | Area (km²) | Population (2011) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Karanja | 824 | 2,13,824 |
| 2 | Malegaon | 883 | 1,89,051 |
| 3 | Mangrulpir | 736 | 1,75,208 |
| 4 | Manora | 754 | 1,56,344 |
| 5 | Risod | 825 | 2,07,545 |
| 6 | Washim | 880 | 2,55,188 |
Largest & Smallest Tehsils
Malegaon is the largest tehsil in washim district, covering an area of 883.15 km², while Mangrulpir is the smallest tehsil in the district, with an area of 736.21 km². Washim is the most populous, whereas Manora is the least populous tehsil in washim district.
| Particulars | Area | Population |
|---|---|---|
| Lartest Tehsil | Malegaon | Washim |
| Smallest Tehsil | Mangrulpir | Mangrulpir |
Population of Washim District
The population of Washim 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 Washim, 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 | 11,97,160 | 9,85,747 | 2,11,413 |
| Total Male Population | 6,20,302 | 5,11,727 | 1,08,575 |
| Total Female Population | 5,76,858 | 4,74,020 | 1,02,838 |
| Child Population (Age 0–6) | 1,52,190 | 1,25,583 | 26,607 |
| Male Child Population (Age 0–6) | 81,686 | 67,515 | 14,171 |
| Female Child Population (Age 0–6) | 70,504 | 58,068 | 12,436 |
| Literate Population | 8,69,917 | 7,06,756 | 1,63,161 |
| Literate Male Population | 4,87,703 | 4,00,484 | 87,219 |
| Literate Female Population | 3,82,214 | 3,06,272 | 75,942 |
| Illiterate Population | 3,27,243 | 2,78,991 | 48,252 |
| Illiterate Male Population | 1,32,599 | 1,11,243 | 21,356 |
| Illiterate Female Population | 1,94,644 | 1,67,748 | 26,896 |
| Households | 2,59,464 | 2,18,403 | 41,061 |
Here's a detailed summary of Basic Population Details of Washim district based on Census 2011:
- Total population of Washim district is 11,97,160, including 6,20,302 males and 5,76,858 females. In rural areas, it is 9,85,747, including 5,11,727 males and 4,74,020 females. In urban areas, it is 2,11,413, including 1,08,575 males and 1,02,838 females.
- Child population (0–6 years) in Washim district is 1,52,190, including 81,686 boys and 70,504 girls. In rural areas, it is 1,25,583, including 67,515 boys and 58,068 girls. In urban areas, it is 26,607, including 14,171 boys and 12,436 girls.
- Literate population in Washim district is around 8,69,917, including 4,87,703 males and 3,82,214 females. In rural areas, it is 7,06,756, including 4,00,484 males and 3,06,272 females. In urban areas, it is 1,63,161, including 87,219 males and 75,942 females.
- Illiterate population in Washim district is about 3,27,243, including 1,32,599 males and 1,94,644 females. In rural areas, it is 2,78,991, including 1,11,243 males and 1,67,748 females. In urban areas, it is 48,252, including 21,356 males and 26,896 females.
- There are about 2,59,464 households in Washim district, including 2,18,403 in rural areas and 41,061 in urban areas.
Social Structure and Density
This part highlights the distribution of Scheduled Caste (SC) and Scheduled Tribe (ST) populations within Washim. 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 | 2,29,462 | 2,00,187 | 29,275 |
| SC Male Population | 1,17,867 | 1,03,178 | 14,689 |
| SC Female Population | 1,11,595 | 97,009 | 14,586 |
| Total ST Population | 80,471 | 77,404 | 3,067 |
| ST Male Population | 41,403 | 39,801 | 1,602 |
| ST Female Population | 39,068 | 37,603 | 1,465 |
| Population Density | 244 / km² | 205 / km² | 2,640 / km² |
Here's a detailed summary of the social structure and population density of Washim district based on Census 2011:
- Scheduled Caste (SC) population in Washim district is approximately 2,29,462, including 1,17,867 males and 1,11,595 females. In rural areas, it is 2,00,187, including 1,03,178 males and 97,009 females. In urban areas, it is 29,275, including 14,689 males and 14,586 females.
- Scheduled Tribe (ST) population in Washim district is about 80,471, including 41,403 males and 39,068 females. In rural areas, it is 77,404, including 39,801 males and 37,603 females. In urban areas, it is 3,067, including 1,602 males and 1,465 females.
- Overall population density of Washim district is around 244 people per km². Rural areas have about 205 people per km². Urban areas have about 2,640 people per km².