The Nanded district of Maharashtra had a population of about 33.61 lakh in 2011 and it is expected to grow steadily to reach a population of around 40 lakh by 2025. It has an area of 10,528 sq km and a population density of 319 persons per sq km. The sex ratio is close to 943 females per 1000 males and the literacy rate is around 75.45 percent. The child sex ratio is about 912 girls per 1000 boys. The major religion is Hinduism with about 74.43% share and Marathi is the main language spoken by most people. The district population is mostly rural at around 72.8% and about 27.2% people live in urban areas, and Nanded district accounts for nearly 3% of the total population of Maharashtra. There are a total of about 6.8 lakh households in the district.
Quick Overview of District Census 2021
Nanded district basic census profile
| Item | Value |
| District name | Nanded |
| State | Maharashtra |
| Area (sq km) | 10,528 |
| Population 2011 | 3,361,292 |
| Male population 2011 | 1,730,075 |
| Female population 2011 | 1,631,217 |
| Share in Maharashtra population | 2.99% |
| Population density (persons per sq km) | 319 |
| Sex ratio (females per 1000 males) | 943 |
| Overall literacy rate | 75.45% |
| Male literacy rate | 84.27% |
| Female literacy rate | 66.15% |
| Urban population share | 27.19% |
| Rural population share | 72.81% |
| Number of talukas | 16 |
| Number of towns | 13 |
| Number of villages | 1,575 |
| Number of gram panchayats | 1,309 |
| Sub-divisions | 8 |
- Total population is large
- Rural share is higher
- Literacy is growing
- Density is moderate
Population and Historic Census Data
Nanded population growth 2001 and 2011
| Description | 2011 | 2001 |
| Population (approx in lakh) | 33.61 | 28.76 |
| Actual population | 3,361,292 | 2,876,259 |
| Male population | 1,730,075 | 1,481,358 |
| Female population | 1,631,217 | 1,394,901 |
| Population growth rate | 16.86% | 23.42% |
| Area (sq km) | 10,528 | 10,528 |
| Population density (persons per sq km) | 319 | 273 |
| Share in state population | 2.99% | 2.97% |
| Sex ratio (females per 1000 males) | 943 | 942 |
- Population increased in ten years
- Growth rate slowed slightly
- Sex ratio improved a little
- Density became higher
Historic population trend including 1991
| Census year | Population (thousand) |
| 1991 | 2,330 |
| 2001 | 2,876 |
| 2011 | 3,361 |
- Population rose after 1991
- Steady rise till 2011
- Growth is stable
- District is getting denser
Population Projections and Future Demographics
Nanded projected population after 2011
| Year | Projected population (approx) |
| 2016 | 36,00,000 |
| 2021 | 38,00,000 |
| 2025 | 40,00,000 |
- Population is growing slowly
- More people live in small towns
- Migration adds to growth
- Urban share may rise
Sex Ratio and Child Population
Overall and area wise sex ratio
| Category | Sex ratio (females per 1000 males) |
| Total district | 943 |
| Rural areas | 945 |
| Urban areas | 937 |
- Rural sex ratio is slightly better
- Urban sex ratio is a bit low
- Overall balance is moderate
- Gap between areas is small
Child population and child sex ratio (0-6 years)
| Category | Child population |
| Total child population (0-6) | 459,572 |
| Rural child population (0-6) | 341,023 |
| Urban child population (0-6) | 118,549 |
| Rural male children (0-6) | 178,075 |
| Rural female children (0-6) | 162,948 |
| Urban male children (0-6) | 62,545 |
| Urban female children (0-6) | 56,004 |
Child sex ratio by area (0-6 years)
| Category | Child sex ratio (girls per 1000 boys) |
| Rural areas (0-6) | 915 |
| Urban areas (0-6) | 895 |
- Child share is high in villages
- Child sex ratio is lower in towns
- Rural child ratio is better
- Focus needed on girl child
Literacy Rate, Education and Demographics
Overall literacy in Nanded district
| Indicator | Rate (%) |
| Total literacy rate | 75.45 |
| Male literacy rate | 84.27 |
| Female literacy rate | 66.15 |
- Education level is moderate
- Male literacy is higher
- Female literacy is improving
- Gap between genders still exists
Urban and rural literacy pattern
| Area | Overall literacy (%) |
| Urban areas | above district average |
| Rural areas | below district average |
Religion and Caste Composition
Religion wise population share in Nanded
| Religion | Population share (%) |
| Hindu | 74.43 |
| Muslim | 13.37 |
| Buddhist | 10.01 |
| Sikh | 0.07 |
| Christian | 0.24 |
| Jain | 0.15 |
| Other religions | 0.03 |
| Religion not stated | 1.70 |
- Hindu population is the largest
- Muslim and Buddhist share is notable
- Small share of other faiths
- Religious mix is diverse
Scheduled Caste and Scheduled Tribe population
| Group | Population | Share in total (%) |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | around 4,50,000 | about 13% |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | around 1,65,000 | about 5% |
- SC population is sizeable
- ST population is smaller
- Both groups live mostly in rural belt
- Support schemes target these groups
Languages Spoken and Cultural Profile
Major languages spoken in Nanded district
| Language | Approx share of speakers (%) |
| Marathi | around 70 |
| Hindi | around 10 |
| Urdu | around 10 |
| Telugu | around 5 |
| Other local languages | around 5 |
- Marathi is main language
- Hindi and Urdu are common
- Telugu is spoken near border
- Many people know more than one language
Urban and Rural Population, Households and Density
Urban and rural population structure in Nanded district
| Description | Rural | Urban |
| Population share (%) | 72.81 | 27.19 |
| Total population | 2,447,394 | 913,898 |
| Male population | 1,258,160 | 471,915 |
| Female population | 1,189,234 | 441,983 |
| Sex ratio (females per 1000 males) | 945 | 937 |
| Child sex ratio (0-6 years) | 915 | 895 |
| Child population (0-6 years) | 341,023 | 118,549 |
| Male child (0-6 years) | 178,075 | 62,545 |
| Female child (0-6 years) | 162,948 | 56,004 |
- Most people live in villages
- Urban share is rising slowly
- Rural families are larger
- Child population is high in rural belt
Area statistics, households and density
| Indicator | Value |
| Total area (sq km) | 10,528 |
| Area (thousand sq km) | 11 |
| Population density (persons per sq km) | 319 |
| Estimated number of households | about 680,000 |
| Households in Nanded tehsil | 134,237 |
| Length of roads (km) | 9,959 |
- Density is moderate for the state
- Many families live in small villages
- Road length is fairly good
- Tehsil headquarter has many houses
Workforce and Economic Activity
Work participation and main work profile
| Indicator | Approx value |
| Total workers (1991) | 927,000 |
| Marginal workers (1991) | 116,000 |
| Share of workers in agriculture and allied (%) | about 80 |
| Share in cottage and household industries (%) | about 4 |
| Share in trade and commerce (%) | about 5.15 |
| Families below poverty line (approx) | 76,561 |
| Persons on employment exchange live register (1998) | 115,824 |
- Most workers depend on farming
- Non farm jobs are limited
- Small industries play a minor role
- Many youth seek jobs outside
Administrative Divisions, Talukas, Towns and Villages
Administrative setup of Nanded district
| Unit | Number |
| Sub divisions | 8 |
| Talukas (tehsils) | 16 |
| Towns | 13 |
| Villages | 1,575 |
| Gram panchayats | 1,309 |
| Nagar parishads | 11 |
| Municipal corporations | 1 |
- District has many talukas
- Village network is wide
- Urban local bodies are present
- Gram panchayats handle rural affairs
List of talukas in Nanded district
| Sl no. | Taluka name |
| 1 | Nanded |
| 2 | Hadgaon |
| 3 | Kinwat |
| 4 | Bhokar |
| 5 | Biloli |
| 6 | Deglur |
| 7 | Mukhed |
| 8 | Kandhar |
| 9 | Loha |
| 10 | Naigaon |
| 11 | Ardhapur |
| 12 | Dharmabad |
| 13 | Himayatnagar |
| 14 | Umri |
| 15 | Mahur |
| 16 | Other notified taluka |
- Talukas cover full district area
- Many talukas are rural in nature
- Some talukas have forest belt
- Border talukas link to other states
Major towns and cities in Nanded district
| Town / City | Administrative status |
| Nanded Waghala | Municipal corporation |
| Hadgaon | Nagar parishad |
| Kinwat | Nagar parishad |
| Bhokar | Nagar parishad |
| Deglur | Nagar parishad |
| Biloli | Nagar parishad |
| Mukhed | Nagar parishad |
| Kandhar | Nagar parishad |
| Loha | Nagar parishad |
| Naigaon | Nagar parishad |
| Dharmabad | Nagar parishad |
| Himayatnagar | Nagar parishad |
| Other small town | Nagar parishad |
- Nanded city is the main urban hub
- Smaller towns support nearby villages
- Market towns aid local trade
- Urban centres host services and colleges
Nanded tehsil area, households and population density
| Indicator | Nanded tehsil value |
| Area (sq km) | 402.91 |
| Total population (2011) | 719,188 |
| Male population | 373,049 |
| Female population | 346,139 |
| Sex ratio (females per 1000 males) | 928 |
| Child population (0-6 years) | 95,163 |
| Child sex ratio (girls per 1000 boys) | 886 |
| Urban population | 581,959 |
| Rural population | 137,229 |
| Urban share of tehsil population (%) | 80.92 |
| Population density (per sq km) | 1,785 |
| Towns in Nanded tehsil | 4 |
| Villages in Nanded tehsil | 85 |
| Households in Nanded tehsil | 134,237 |
- Nanded tehsil is highly urban
- Density is very high in tehsil
- Child share is moderate
- Many households are in city area
Frequently Asked Questions
- What is the population of Nanded district in 2011: It is 3,361,292 people
- Is Nanded district mostly rural or urban: It is mainly rural with some towns
- How high is literacy in Nanded district: About three fourth people can read and write
- What is the sex ratio in Nanded district: Around 943 females per 1000 males
- Which religion has the largest share in Nanded: Hindu community has the biggest share