Dadra & Nagar Haveli
Dadra & Nagar Haveli is a district in the Dadra & Nagar Haveli Union Territory of India. The total area of Dadra & Nagar Haveli district is 491 km², which includes 445.30 km² of rural area and 45.70 km² of urban area. There are about 65 villages in Dadra & Nagar Haveli district.
For administrative convenience, Dadra & Nagar Haveli district is divided into Tehsils, Blocks, PS, and Community Development Blocks (C.D. Blocks). In many states, Blocks or C.D. Blocks are treated the same as tehsils, though they may have slightly different roles depending on the region.
A Community Development Block is a rural area set aside for administration and development. Each block is managed by a Block Development Officer (BDO) and includes several gram panchayats, which are the local governing bodies 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 |
Largest & Smallest Tehsils
| Particulars | Area | Population |
|---|---|---|
| Lartest Tehsil | Dadra & Nagar Haveli | Dadra & Nagar Haveli |
| Smallest Tehsil | Dadra & Nagar Haveli | Dadra & Nagar Haveli |
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 |
Here's a detailed summary of Basic Population Details of Dadra & Nagar Haveli district based on Census 2011:
- Total population of Dadra & Nagar Haveli district is 3,43,709, including 1,93,760 males and 1,49,949 females. In rural areas, it is 1,83,114, including 98,305 males and 84,809 females. In urban areas, it is 1,60,595, including 95,455 males and 65,140 females.
- Child population (0–6 years) in Dadra & Nagar Haveli district is 50,895, including 26,431 boys and 24,464 girls. In rural areas, it is 28,504, including 14,467 boys and 14,037 girls. In urban areas, it is 22,391, including 11,964 boys and 10,427 girls.
- Literate population in Dadra & Nagar Haveli district is around 2,23,230, including 1,42,521 males and 80,709 females. In rural areas, it is 99,142, including 64,050 males and 35,092 females. In urban areas, it is 1,24,088, including 78,471 males and 45,617 females.
- Illiterate population in Dadra & Nagar Haveli district is about 1,20,479, including 51,239 males and 69,240 females. In rural areas, it is 83,972, including 34,255 males and 49,717 females. In urban areas, it is 36,507, including 16,984 males and 19,523 females.
- There are about 76,458 households in Dadra & Nagar Haveli district, including 36,094 in rural areas and 40,364 in urban areas.
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 |
Here's a detailed summary of the social structure and population density of Dadra & Nagar Haveli district based on Census 2011:
- Scheduled Caste (SC) population in Dadra & Nagar Haveli district is approximately 6,186, including 3,339 males and 2,847 females. In rural areas, it is 1,296, including 771 males and 525 females. In urban areas, it is 4,890, including 2,568 males and 2,322 females.
- Scheduled Tribe (ST) population in Dadra & Nagar Haveli district is about 1,78,564, including 88,844 males and 89,720 females. In rural areas, it is 1,50,944, including 75,049 males and 75,895 females. In urban areas, it is 27,620, including 13,795 males and 13,825 females.
- Overall population density of Dadra & Nagar Haveli district is around 700 people per km². Rural areas have about 411 people per km². Urban areas have about 3,514 people per km².