Dadra & Nagar Haveli
Dadra & Nagar Haveli is a district in the Dadra & Nagar Haveli Union Territory of India. Total area of Dadra & Nagar Haveli is 491 km² including 445.30 km² rural area and 45.70 km² urban area. As per 2011 stats, Dadra & Nagar Haveli has a population of 3,43,709 peoples, out of which urban population is 1,60,595 while rural population is 1,83,114. Dadra & Nagar Haveli has a sex ratio of approximately 773 females for every 1,000 males. The district has a population density of 700 inhabitants per square kilometre. There are about 76,458 houses in the district, including 40,364 urban houses and 36,094 rural houses. When it comes to villages, there are about 65 villages in dadra & nagar haveli district.
The Dadra & Nagar Haveli district is further divided in to Talukas / Blocks / PS / Community Development Blocks (C.D.Blocks) for administrative purposes. In India, the Block or C.D.Block is often the next level of administrative division after the tehsil. It is important to note that, In some states of India C.D.Blocks are equal to tehsils.
For those who don't know, the C.D.Block is a rural area earmarked for administration and development in India. The area is administered by a BDO (Block Development Officer). A C.D.Block covers several gram panchayats, local administrative unit at the village level.
There are 1 talukas in Dadra & Nagar Haveli district. Here is the list of all Dadra & Nagar Haveli Talukas / Blocks / C.D.Blocks along with area & population information.
List of CD Blocks / Talukas in Dadra & Nagar Haveli District
| # | Taluka (CD Block) | Area (km²) | Population (2011) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Dadra & Nagar Haveli | 491 | 3,43,709 |
Population of Dadra & Nagar Haveli District
The population of Dadra & Nagar Haveli 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 Dadra & Nagar Haveli, 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 | 3,43,709 | 1,83,114 | 1,60,595 |
| Total Male Population | 1,93,760 | 98,305 | 95,455 |
| Total Female Population | 1,49,949 | 84,809 | 65,140 |
| Child Population (Age 0–6) | 50,895 | 28,504 | 22,391 |
| Male Child Population (Age 0–6) | 26,431 | 14,467 | 11,964 |
| Female Child Population (Age 0–6) | 24,464 | 14,037 | 10,427 |
| Literate Population | 2,23,230 | 99,142 | 1,24,088 |
| Literate Male Population | 1,42,521 | 64,050 | 78,471 |
| Literate Female Population | 80,709 | 35,092 | 45,617 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,20,479 | 83,972 | 36,507 |
| Illiterate Male Population | 51,239 | 34,255 | 16,984 |
| Illiterate Female Population | 69,240 | 49,717 | 19,523 |
| Households | 76,458 | 36,094 | 40,364 |
Social Structure and Density
This part highlights the distribution of Scheduled Caste (SC) and Scheduled Tribe (ST) populations within Dadra & Nagar Haveli. 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 | 6,186 | 1,296 | 4,890 |
| SC Male Population | 3,339 | 771 | 2,568 |
| SC Female Population | 2,847 | 525 | 2,322 |
| Total ST Population | 1,78,564 | 1,50,944 | 27,620 |
| ST Male Population | 88,844 | 75,049 | 13,795 |
| ST Female Population | 89,720 | 75,895 | 13,825 |
| Population Density | 700 / km² | 411 / km² | 3,514 / km² |