Nayagarh
Nayagarh is a district in the Odisha State of India. The total area of Nayagarh district is 3,890 km², which includes 3,835.36 km² of rural area and 54.64 km² of urban area. There are about 1,541 villages in Nayagarh district.
For administrative convenience, Nayagarh 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 Nayagarh district. Here is the list of all Nayagarh Tehsils / Blocks / C.D.Blocks along with area & population information.
List of CD Blocks / Tehsils in Nayagarh District
| # | Tehsil (CD Block) | Area (km²) | Population (2011) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Banigochha | 350 | 26,348 |
| 2 | Dasapalla | 553 | 77,560 |
| 3 | Fategarh | 223 | 1,25,616 |
| 4 | Gania | 461 | 38,506 |
| 5 | Itamati | 82 | 71,641 |
| 6 | Khandapada | 333 | 96,214 |
| 7 | Nayagarh | 60 | 60,036 |
| 8 | Nayagarh Sadar | 232 | 48,977 |
| 9 | Nuagaon | 253 | 44,036 |
| 10 | Odagaon | 544 | 1,16,027 |
| 11 | Ranapur | 509 | 1,50,919 |
| 12 | Sarankul | 290 | 1,06,909 |
Largest & Smallest Tehsils in Nayagarh District
Dasapalla is the largest tehsil in nayagarh district, covering an area of 553.01 km², while Nayagarh is the smallest tehsil in the district, with an area of 60.06 km². Ranapur is the most populous, whereas Banigochha is the least populous tehsil in nayagarh district.
| Particulars | Area | Population |
|---|---|---|
| Lartest Tehsil | Dasapalla | Ranapur |
| Smallest Tehsil | Nayagarh | Nayagarh |
Population of Nayagarh District
The population of Nayagarh 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 Nayagarh, 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 | 9,62,789 | 8,83,051 | 79,738 |
| Total Male Population | 5,02,636 | 4,61,019 | 41,617 |
| Total Female Population | 4,60,153 | 4,22,032 | 38,121 |
| Child Population (Age 0–6) | 1,06,871 | 98,936 | 7,935 |
| Male Child Population (Age 0–6) | 57,599 | 53,275 | 4,324 |
| Female Child Population (Age 0–6) | 49,272 | 45,661 | 3,611 |
| Literate Population | 6,88,362 | 6,25,345 | 63,017 |
| Literate Male Population | 3,92,333 | 3,57,687 | 34,646 |
| Literate Female Population | 2,96,029 | 2,67,658 | 28,371 |
| Illiterate Population | 2,74,427 | 2,57,706 | 16,721 |
| Illiterate Male Population | 1,10,303 | 1,03,332 | 6,971 |
| Illiterate Female Population | 1,64,124 | 1,54,374 | 9,750 |
| Households | 2,28,315 | 2,10,850 | 17,465 |
Here's a detailed summary of Basic Population Details of Nayagarh district based on Census 2011:
- Total population of Nayagarh district is 9,62,789, including 5,02,636 males and 4,60,153 females. In rural areas, it is 8,83,051, including 4,61,019 males and 4,22,032 females. In urban areas, it is 79,738, including 41,617 males and 38,121 females.
- Child population (0–6 years) in Nayagarh district is 1,06,871, including 57,599 boys and 49,272 girls. In rural areas, it is 98,936, including 53,275 boys and 45,661 girls. In urban areas, it is 7,935, including 4,324 boys and 3,611 girls.
- Literate population in Nayagarh district is around 6,88,362, including 3,92,333 males and 2,96,029 females. In rural areas, it is 6,25,345, including 3,57,687 males and 2,67,658 females. In urban areas, it is 63,017, including 34,646 males and 28,371 females.
- Illiterate population in Nayagarh district is about 2,74,427, including 1,10,303 males and 1,64,124 females. In rural areas, it is 2,57,706, including 1,03,332 males and 1,54,374 females. In urban areas, it is 16,721, including 6,971 males and 9,750 females.
- There are about 2,28,315 households in Nayagarh district, including 2,10,850 in rural areas and 17,465 in urban areas.
Social Structure and Density
This part highlights the distribution of Scheduled Caste (SC) and Scheduled Tribe (ST) populations within Nayagarh. 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 | 1,36,399 | 1,25,932 | 10,467 |
| SC Male Population | 69,813 | 64,486 | 5,327 |
| SC Female Population | 66,586 | 61,446 | 5,140 |
| Total ST Population | 58,691 | 57,531 | 1,160 |
| ST Male Population | 29,173 | 28,531 | 642 |
| ST Female Population | 29,518 | 29,000 | 518 |
| Population Density | 248 / km² | 230 / km² | 1,459 / km² |
Here's a detailed summary of the social structure and population density of Nayagarh district based on Census 2011:
- Scheduled Caste (SC) population in Nayagarh district is approximately 1,36,399, including 69,813 males and 66,586 females. In rural areas, it is 1,25,932, including 64,486 males and 61,446 females. In urban areas, it is 10,467, including 5,327 males and 5,140 females.
- Scheduled Tribe (ST) population in Nayagarh district is about 58,691, including 29,173 males and 29,518 females. In rural areas, it is 57,531, including 28,531 males and 29,000 females. In urban areas, it is 1,160, including 642 males and 518 females.
- Overall population density of Nayagarh district is around 248 people per km². Rural areas have about 230 people per km². Urban areas have about 1,459 people per km².