Ganjam, located in the state of Odisha, India, is a historically significant district and city. This article offers a comprehensive overview of Ganjam, including its population, demographic details, household data, administrative structure, and a detailed list of its subdivisions or sub-districts. Explore the key facts and figures that make Ganjam a vital part of Odisha.
Ganjam is one of the key districts in Odisha, covering an area of 8206 /km² with a total population of 3529031 as per the latest census. With a population density of 430.05 /km² (people per squar km), Ganjam is home to 2783 villages, reflecting its rich cultural and demographic diversity.
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Ganjam District is approximately 3529031, with a division between rural and urban areas. The rural population stands at 2761030, while the urban population is 768001. The district has a population density of 430.05 /km² (people per square kilometer).
| Rural | Urban | Total | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total | 2761030 | 768001 | 3529031 |
| Male | 1383636 | 395582 | 1779218 |
| Female | 1377394 | 372419 | 1749813 |
Ganjam District is home to approximately 758267 households, with a large proportion located in rural areas. The district has an average household size of 4.65 people.
| Type | Households |
|---|---|
| Total | 758267 |
| Rural | 596062 |
| Urban | 162205 |
In Ganjam District, villages are categorized based on their population size. Here’s a breakdown of the number of villages within each population range:
| Total Population | Villages |
|---|---|
| less than 200 | 658 |
| 200-499 | 527 |
| 500-999 | 577 |
| 1000-1999 | 646 |
| 2000-4999 | 342 |
| 5000-9999 | 33 |
| 10000 and above | 0 |
Ganjam District is administratively divided into 29 Subdivisions or tehsils to streamline governance and ensure efficient management. Each tehsil is overseen by a Tehsildar, who manages revenue administration and maintains law and order within the subdivision.
| District | Area (km²) | Population (2011) | Density (/km²) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Arjyapalli Marine | 4.13 | 8001 | 1937.29 |
| Asika | 183.31 | 143770 | 784.29 |
| Badagada | 734.82 | 125836 | 171.25 |
| Bhanjanagar | 635.8 | 177235 | 278.76 |
| Brahmapur (M.Corp.) | 79.8 | 356598 | 4468.65 |
| Brahmapur Sadar | 188.92 | 143763 | 760.97 |
| Buguda | 344.79 | 136212 | 395.05 |
| Chamakhandi | 116.67 | 48236 | 413.44 |
| Chhatrapur | 124.32 | 94683 | 761.64 |
| Dharakote | 56.6 | 57528 | 1016.42 |
| Digapahandi | 254.9 | 137239 | 538.4 |
| Gangapur | 294.11 | 114480 | 389.24 |
| Ganjam | 69.27 | 45243 | 653.1 |
| Golanthara | 291 | 147582 | 507.16 |
| Gopalpur | 61.6 | 67957 | 1103.27 |
| Hinjili | 165.55 | 162779 | 983.26 |
| Jagannath Prasad | 248.34 | 79901 | 321.74 |
| Jarada | 270.61 | 115201 | 425.7 |
| Kabisuryanagar | 250.73 | 176640 | 704.49 |
| Khalikote | 288.97 | 146713 | 507.7 |
| Kodala | 261.86 | 151318 | 577.85 |
| Nuagaon | 432.3 | 114436 | 264.72 |
| Patapur | 338.02 | 133574 | 395.17 |
| Polasara | 402.09 | 136703 | 339.98 |
| Purusottampur | 210.09 | 159869 | 760.96 |
| Rambha | 231.82 | 95659 | 412.65 |
| Seragad | 115.03 | 66224 | 575.72 |
| Surada | 559.23 | 87684 | 156.79 |
| Tarasingi | 756.85 | 84981 | 112.28 |
1. What is the total area of Ganjam District?
2. What is the total population of Ganjam District?
3. How is the population distributed between rural and urban areas in Ganjam?
4. What is the population density of Ganjam District?
5. How many households are there in Ganjam District?
6. What is the average household size in Ganjam District?
7. How many subdivisions (tehsils) are there in Ganjam District?