Krishna, located in the state of Andhra Pradesh, India, is a historically significant district and city. This article offers a comprehensive overview of Krishna, 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 Krishna a vital part of Andhra Pradesh.
Krishna is one of the key districts in Andhra Pradesh, covering an area of 8727 /km² with a total population of 4517398 as per the latest census. With a population density of 517.63 /km² (people per squar km), Krishna is home to 934 villages, reflecting its rich cultural and demographic diversity.
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Krishna District is approximately 4517398, with a division between rural and urban areas. The rural population stands at 2673738, while the urban population is 1843660. The district has a population density of 517.63 /km² (people per square kilometer).
| Rural | Urban | Total | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total | 2673738 | 1843660 | 4517398 |
| Male | 1343534 | 923841 | 2267375 |
| Female | 1330204 | 919819 | 2250023 |
Krishna District is home to approximately 1243293 households, with a large proportion located in rural areas. The district has an average household size of 3.63 people.
| Type | Households |
|---|---|
| Total | 1243293 |
| Rural | 753922 |
| Urban | 489371 |
In Krishna 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 | 20 |
| 200-499 | 64 |
| 500-999 | 137 |
| 1000-1999 | 262 |
| 2000-4999 | 320 |
| 5000-9999 | 109 |
| 10000 and above | 22 |
Krishna District is administratively divided into 33 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) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Anchetty | 3287469 | 1210854977 | 382 |
| Avanigadda | 74.75 | 40986 | 548.29 |
| Bantumilli | 126.56 | 46370 | 366.39 |
| Bapulapadu | 221.81 | 84922 | 382.86 |
| Bargur | 3287469 | 1210854977 | 382 |
| Challapalli | 93.21 | 53540 | 574.38 |
| Denkanikottai | 1995.46 | 347474 | 174 |
| Gannavaram | 203.35 | 87027 | 427.97 |
| Ghantasala | 117.51 | 40098 | 341.24 |
| Gudivada | 116.77 | 161453 | 1382.64 |
| Gudlavalleru | 124.98 | 51753 | 414.1 |
| Guduru | 127.41 | 49228 | 386.36 |
| Hosur | 957.76 | 539663 | 563 |
| Kankipadu | 112.79 | 69562 | 616.76 |
| Koduru | 216.5 | 45281 | 209.15 |
| Krishnagiri | 1276.19 | 597071 | 468 |
| Kruthivennu | 184.53 | 48892 | 264.95 |
| Machilipatnam | 405.29 | 238962 | 589.61 |
| Mopidevi | 84.96 | 35967 | 423.36 |
| Movva | 142.15 | 52974 | 372.65 |
| Nagayalanka | 417.55 | 47899 | 114.71 |
| Nandivada | 152.42 | 36924 | 242.25 |
| Pamarru | 120.9 | 54634 | 451.89 |
| Pamidimukkala | 118.97 | 53913 | 453.15 |
| Pedana | 141.02 | 65657 | 465.58 |
| Pedaparupudi | 90.52 | 31348 | 346.3 |
| Penamaluru | 80.21 | 168022 | 2094.89 |
| Pochampalli | 369.64 | 182310 | 493 |
| Shoolagiri | 3287469 | 1210854977 | 382 |
| Thotlavalluru | 107.23 | 38641 | 360.36 |
| Unguturu | 147.41 | 54323 | 368.51 |
| Uthangarai | 529.95 | 213291 | 402 |
| Vuyyuru | 85.24 | 76703 | 899.83 |
1. What is the total area of Krishna District?
2. What is the total population of Krishna District?
3. How is the population distributed between rural and urban areas in Krishna?
4. What is the population density of Krishna District?
5. How many households are there in Krishna District?
6. What is the average household size in Krishna District?
7. How many subdivisions (tehsils) are there in Krishna District?