Nabarangapur
Nabarangapur is a district in the Odisha State of India. The total area of Nabarangapur district is 5,291 km², which includes 5,218.69 km² of rural area and 72.31 km² of urban area. There are about 868 villages in Nabarangapur district.
For administrative convenience, Nabarangapur 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 12 tehsils in Nabarangapur district. Here is the list of all Nabarangapur Tehsils / Blocks / C.D.Blocks along with area & population information.
List of CD Blocks / Tehsils in Nabarangapur District
| # | Tehsil (CD Block) | Area (km²) | Population (2011) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Chandahandi | 265 | 73,953 |
| 2 | Dabugan | 786 | 1,55,383 |
| 3 | Jharigan | 589 | 83,006 |
| 4 | Khatiguda | 162 | 30,942 |
| 5 | Kodinga | 422 | 1,05,973 |
| 6 | Kosagumuda | 413 | 93,166 |
| 7 | Kundei | 225 | 50,002 |
| 8 | Nabarangapur P S | 290 | 1,18,957 |
| 9 | Paparahandi | 470 | 99,699 |
| 10 | Raighar | 586 | 1,33,537 |
| 11 | Tentulikhunti | 246 | 70,316 |
| 12 | Umarkote | 839 | 2,06,012 |
Largest & Smallest Tehsils
Umarkote is the largest tehsil in nabarangapur district by both area and population. Khatiguda is the smallest tehsil in nabarangapur district by both area and population.
| Particulars | Area | Population |
|---|---|---|
| Lartest Tehsil | Umarkote | Umarkote |
| Smallest Tehsil | Khatiguda | Khatiguda |
Population of Nabarangapur District
The population of Nabarangapur 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 Nabarangapur, 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 | 12,20,946 | 11,33,321 | 87,625 |
| Total Male Population | 6,04,812 | 5,60,771 | 44,041 |
| Total Female Population | 6,16,134 | 5,72,550 | 43,584 |
| Child Population (Age 0–6) | 2,07,911 | 1,97,140 | 10,771 |
| Male Child Population (Age 0–6) | 1,04,077 | 98,612 | 5,465 |
| Female Child Population (Age 0–6) | 1,03,834 | 98,528 | 5,306 |
| Literate Population | 4,70,379 | 4,10,535 | 59,844 |
| Literate Male Population | 2,86,984 | 2,54,221 | 32,763 |
| Literate Female Population | 1,83,395 | 1,56,314 | 27,081 |
| Illiterate Population | 7,50,567 | 7,22,786 | 27,781 |
| Illiterate Male Population | 3,17,828 | 3,06,550 | 11,278 |
| Illiterate Female Population | 4,32,739 | 4,16,236 | 16,503 |
| Households | 2,73,423 | 2,53,208 | 20,215 |
Here's a detailed summary of Basic Population Details of Nabarangapur district based on Census 2011:
- Total population of Nabarangapur district is 12,20,946, including 6,04,812 males and 6,16,134 females. In rural areas, it is 11,33,321, including 5,60,771 males and 5,72,550 females. In urban areas, it is 87,625, including 44,041 males and 43,584 females.
- Child population (0–6 years) in Nabarangapur district is 2,07,911, including 1,04,077 boys and 1,03,834 girls. In rural areas, it is 1,97,140, including 98,612 boys and 98,528 girls. In urban areas, it is 10,771, including 5,465 boys and 5,306 girls.
- Literate population in Nabarangapur district is around 4,70,379, including 2,86,984 males and 1,83,395 females. In rural areas, it is 4,10,535, including 2,54,221 males and 1,56,314 females. In urban areas, it is 59,844, including 32,763 males and 27,081 females.
- Illiterate population in Nabarangapur district is about 7,50,567, including 3,17,828 males and 4,32,739 females. In rural areas, it is 7,22,786, including 3,06,550 males and 4,16,236 females. In urban areas, it is 27,781, including 11,278 males and 16,503 females.
- There are about 2,73,423 households in Nabarangapur district, including 2,53,208 in rural areas and 20,215 in urban areas.
Social Structure and Density
This part highlights the distribution of Scheduled Caste (SC) and Scheduled Tribe (ST) populations within Nabarangapur. 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 | 1,77,384 | 1,57,676 | 19,708 |
| SC Male Population | 88,252 | 78,616 | 9,636 |
| SC Female Population | 89,132 | 79,060 | 10,072 |
| Total ST Population | 6,81,173 | 6,68,056 | 13,117 |
| ST Male Population | 3,35,028 | 3,28,693 | 6,335 |
| ST Female Population | 3,46,145 | 3,39,363 | 6,782 |
| Population Density | 231 / km² | 217 / km² | 1,212 / km² |
Here's a detailed summary of the social structure and population density of Nabarangapur district based on Census 2011:
- Scheduled Caste (SC) population in Nabarangapur district is approximately 1,77,384, including 88,252 males and 89,132 females. In rural areas, it is 1,57,676, including 78,616 males and 79,060 females. In urban areas, it is 19,708, including 9,636 males and 10,072 females.
- Scheduled Tribe (ST) population in Nabarangapur district is about 6,81,173, including 3,35,028 males and 3,46,145 females. In rural areas, it is 6,68,056, including 3,28,693 males and 3,39,363 females. In urban areas, it is 13,117, including 6,335 males and 6,782 females.
- Overall population density of Nabarangapur district is around 231 people per km². Rural areas have about 217 people per km². Urban areas have about 1,212 people per km².