Ahmadabad
Ahmadabad is a district in the Gujarat State of India. The total area of Ahmadabad district is 8,107 km², which includes 7,186.56 km² of rural area and 920.44 km² of urban area. There are about 506 villages in Ahmadabad district.
For administrative convenience, Ahmadabad 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 11 talukas in Ahmadabad district. Here is the list of all Ahmadabad Talukas / Blocks / C.D.Blocks along with area & population information.
List of CD Blocks / Talukas in Ahmadabad District
| # | Taluka (CD Block) | Area (km²) | Population (2011) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Ahmadabad City | 475 | 55,85,528 |
| 2 | Barwala | 498 | 75,986 |
| 3 | Bavla | 799 | 1,58,191 |
| 4 | Daskroi | 501 | 3,21,817 |
| 5 | Detroj Rampura | 439 | 83,199 |
| 6 | Dhandhuka | 1,847 | 1,45,252 |
| 7 | Dholka | 961 | 2,49,852 |
| 8 | Mandal | 478 | 70,346 |
| 9 | Ranpur | 492 | 92,926 |
| 10 | Sanand | 802 | 2,37,845 |
| 11 | Viramgam | 816 | 1,93,283 |
Largest & Smallest Tehsils
Dhandhuka is the largest taluka in ahmadabad district, covering an area of 1847.14 km², while Detroj-Rampura is the smallest taluka in the district, with an area of 439.12 km². Ahmadabad City is the most populous, whereas Mandal is the least populous taluka in ahmadabad district.
| Particulars | Area | Population |
|---|---|---|
| Lartest Tehsil | Dhandhuka | Ahmadabad City |
| Smallest Tehsil | Detroj-Rampura | Detroj-Rampura |
Population of Ahmadabad District
The population of Ahmadabad 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 Ahmadabad, 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 | 72,14,225 | 11,51,178 | 60,63,047 |
| Total Male Population | 37,88,051 | 5,95,583 | 31,92,468 |
| Total Female Population | 34,26,174 | 5,55,595 | 28,70,579 |
| Child Population (Age 0–6) | 8,42,518 | 1,61,607 | 6,80,911 |
| Male Child Population (Age 0–6) | 4,53,790 | 85,309 | 3,68,481 |
| Female Child Population (Age 0–6) | 3,88,728 | 76,298 | 3,12,430 |
| Literate Population | 54,35,760 | 7,03,078 | 47,32,682 |
| Literate Male Population | 30,25,463 | 4,22,978 | 26,02,485 |
| Literate Female Population | 24,10,297 | 2,80,100 | 21,30,197 |
| Illiterate Population | 17,78,465 | 4,48,100 | 13,30,365 |
| Illiterate Male Population | 7,62,588 | 1,72,605 | 5,89,983 |
| Illiterate Female Population | 10,15,877 | 2,75,495 | 7,40,382 |
| Households | 15,10,134 | 2,28,482 | 12,81,652 |
Here's a detailed summary of Basic Population Details of Ahmadabad district based on Census 2011:
- Total population of Ahmadabad district is 72,14,225, including 37,88,051 males and 34,26,174 females. In rural areas, it is 11,51,178, including 5,95,583 males and 5,55,595 females. In urban areas, it is 60,63,047, including 31,92,468 males and 28,70,579 females.
- Child population (0–6 years) in Ahmadabad district is 8,42,518, including 4,53,790 boys and 3,88,728 girls. In rural areas, it is 1,61,607, including 85,309 boys and 76,298 girls. In urban areas, it is 6,80,911, including 3,68,481 boys and 3,12,430 girls.
- Literate population in Ahmadabad district is around 54,35,760, including 30,25,463 males and 24,10,297 females. In rural areas, it is 7,03,078, including 4,22,978 males and 2,80,100 females. In urban areas, it is 47,32,682, including 26,02,485 males and 21,30,197 females.
- Illiterate population in Ahmadabad district is about 17,78,465, including 7,62,588 males and 10,15,877 females. In rural areas, it is 4,48,100, including 1,72,605 males and 2,75,495 females. In urban areas, it is 13,30,365, including 5,89,983 males and 7,40,382 females.
- There are about 15,10,134 households in Ahmadabad district, including 2,28,482 in rural areas and 12,81,652 in urban areas.
Social Structure and Density
This part highlights the distribution of Scheduled Caste (SC) and Scheduled Tribe (ST) populations within Ahmadabad. 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 | 7,59,483 | 1,18,502 | 6,40,981 |
| SC Male Population | 3,99,075 | 61,988 | 3,37,087 |
| SC Female Population | 3,60,408 | 56,514 | 3,03,894 |
| Total ST Population | 89,138 | 16,749 | 72,389 |
| ST Male Population | 47,106 | 8,656 | 38,450 |
| ST Female Population | 42,032 | 8,093 | 33,939 |
| Population Density | 890 / km² | 160 / km² | 6,587 / km² |
Here's a detailed summary of the social structure and population density of Ahmadabad district based on Census 2011:
- Scheduled Caste (SC) population in Ahmadabad district is approximately 7,59,483, including 3,99,075 males and 3,60,408 females. In rural areas, it is 1,18,502, including 61,988 males and 56,514 females. In urban areas, it is 6,40,981, including 3,37,087 males and 3,03,894 females.
- Scheduled Tribe (ST) population in Ahmadabad district is about 89,138, including 47,106 males and 42,032 females. In rural areas, it is 16,749, including 8,656 males and 8,093 females. In urban areas, it is 72,389, including 38,450 males and 33,939 females.
- Overall population density of Ahmadabad district is around 890 people per km². Rural areas have about 160 people per km². Urban areas have about 6,587 people per km².