Port Blair
Tehsil in South Andaman, Union Territory of Andaman and Nicobar Islands
About Port Blair
Port Blair is a tehsil located in South Andaman, Union Territory of Andaman and Nicobar Islands, India. This tehsil has a population of 165,754 people. The tehsil is positioned at coordinates 11.5565°N, 92.2357°E .
As part of India's administrative structure, Port Blair falls under the governance framework of Union Territory of Andaman and Nicobar Islands state , specifically within South Andaman district. This administrative division plays a crucial role in local governance, service delivery, and development programs.
According to Census data, Port Blair has a recorded population contributing to the demographic profile of the region. This page provides comprehensive information including geographic coordinates, administrative hierarchy, postal services, banking facilities, and connectivity details useful for residents, researchers, and anyone requiring accurate location data.
Demographics
- Population:
- 165,754
Geographic Coordinates
- Latitude:
- 11.556520
- Longitude:
- 92.235680
Administrative Hierarchy
Port Blair is organized within India's administrative structure as follows: Country: India → State: Union Territory of Andaman and Nicobar Islands → District: South Andaman → Tehsil: Port Blair. This hierarchical structure helps in administrative governance, postal services, census operations, and provides context for local services and facilities.
Services and Facilities in Port Blair
Port Blair is served by various essential services and facilities. Residents and visitors can access postal services through local post offices, banking facilities from major public and private sector banks, and connectivity through road and rail networks. The area is part of India's comprehensive administrative and service delivery systems ensuring access to government schemes, public services, and infrastructure development.
For official documentation, census records, and administrative purposes, Port Blair is identified by its unique codes within the Indian administrative system. These codes help in accurate identification and prevent confusion with similarly named locations across India. Whether you're filling government forms, applying for services, or researching demographic data, understanding the correct administrative classification of Port Blair is essential.
Cities, Towns & Villages in Port Blair
Port Blair contains 43 cities, towns & villages. Browse the complete list below to find detailed information about each location including population, postal codes, banking facilities, and connectivity.
Port Blair
Population: 112,050
Aberdeen
Atlanta Point
Austinabad
Beadnabad (Rv)
Beadonabad
Bejoy Nagar (Rv)
Bharatpur (Rv)
Bimilitan (Rv) & Kodiyaghat
Birchganj
Brichgunj (Rv)
Brookesabad
Brookshabad Part (Rv)
Bumlitan
Calicut
Calicut (Rv)
Chidiyatapu (Rv)
Dollygunj (Rv)
Garacharma
Population: 14,419
Garacharma (Ct)
Garacherama
Govinda Nagar (Rv)
Krishna Nagar (Rv)
Lakshmanpur (Rv)
Minnie Bay Part (Rv)
Neil Kendra (Rv)
North Sentinel Island
Population: 39
Pahargaon Part (Rv)
Protheroepur
Prothrapur
Population: 10,308
Prothrapur (Ct)
Radha Nagar (Rv)
Ram Nagar (Rv)
Rangachang
Rangachang (Rv)
Rutland (Rv)
School Line Part (Rv)
Shadipur
Shyam Nagar (Rv)
Sippighat (Rv)
Sitapur (Rv)
Taylerabad
Teylorabad (Rv)
How to Use This Information
The information on this page about Port Blair can be used for various purposes including address verification, form filling for government services, census data research, and travel planning. When filling official forms that require your place of residence, you'll need to specify the district, taluk, and village/city accurately as shown in the administrative hierarchy above.
Common Use Cases:
- Address Verification: Use the administrative hierarchy to complete your address correctly on official documents
- Postal Services: Find nearby post offices and pin codes for reliable mail delivery
- Banking Services: Locate bank branches in Port Blair for account opening and transactions
- Travel Planning: Use geographic coordinates for GPS navigation and distance calculations
- Research & Census: Access demographic and administrative data for research purposes
This comprehensive information ensures you have accurate details about Port Blair for any administrative, personal, or business requirements you may have.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the administrative classification of Port Blair?
Port Blair is classified as a tehsil in the administrative hierarchy of Union Territory of Andaman and Nicobar Islands. It is part of South Andaman district and falls under the jurisdiction of the respective state government administration.
How do I find postal services in Port Blair?
Postal services in Port Blair are provided through local post offices managed by India Post. You can find the nearest post office and corresponding PIN code by searching for Port Blair in our postal code directory. This information is essential for receiving mail and courier services.
What banking facilities are available in Port Blair?
Port Blair has banking services from various public and private sector banks. You can find branch details including IFSC codes, addresses, and contact information in our banking directory. Major banks typically have ATMs and branches in larger towns and cities within the region.
How can I use the geographic coordinates provided?
The latitude and longitude coordinates for Port Blair can be used for GPS navigation, mapping applications, and distance calculations. Simply input these coordinates into any GPS device or mapping service like Google Maps to get directions and navigate to Port Blair.
Is this information updated regularly?
Yes, the information about Port Blair is sourced from official government records and geographic databases. We regularly update our data to ensure accuracy. However, for official purposes, always verify critical information with relevant government authorities.