Amreli
Amreli is a district in the Gujarat State of India. The total area of Amreli district is 7,397 km², which includes 7,084.20 km² of rural area and 312.80 km² of urban area. There are about 614 villages in Amreli district.
For administrative convenience, Amreli 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 Amreli district. Here is the list of all Amreli Talukas / Blocks / C.D.Blocks along with area & population information.
List of CD Blocks / Talukas in Amreli District
| # | Taluka (CD Block) | Area (km²) | Population (2011) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Amreli | 833 | 2,41,279 |
| 2 | Babra | 800 | 1,40,521 |
| 3 | Bagasara | 346 | 83,054 |
| 4 | Dhari | 1,050 | 1,39,807 |
| 5 | Jafrabad | 352 | 1,08,002 |
| 6 | Khambha | 604 | 93,431 |
| 7 | Kunkavav Vadia | 551 | 99,794 |
| 8 | Lathi | 648 | 1,32,914 |
| 9 | Lilia | 386 | 60,423 |
| 10 | Rajula | 657 | 1,75,693 |
| 11 | Savar Kundla | 1,170 | 2,39,272 |
Largest & Smallest Tehsils
Savar Kundla is the largest taluka in amreli district, covering an area of 1169.65 km², while Bagasara is the smallest taluka in the district, with an area of 346.43 km². Amreli is the most populous, whereas Lilia is the least populous taluka in amreli district.
| Particulars | Area | Population |
|---|---|---|
| Lartest Tehsil | Savar Kundla | Amreli |
| Smallest Tehsil | Bagasara | Bagasara |
Population of Amreli District
The population of Amreli 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 Amreli, 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 | 15,14,190 | 11,27,555 | 3,86,635 |
| Total Male Population | 7,71,049 | 5,72,554 | 1,98,495 |
| Total Female Population | 7,43,141 | 5,55,001 | 1,88,140 |
| Child Population (Age 0–6) | 1,73,555 | 1,31,321 | 42,234 |
| Male Child Population (Age 0–6) | 92,047 | 69,460 | 22,587 |
| Female Child Population (Age 0–6) | 81,508 | 61,861 | 19,647 |
| Literate Population | 9,95,459 | 7,15,043 | 2,80,416 |
| Literate Male Population | 5,58,180 | 4,04,938 | 1,53,242 |
| Literate Female Population | 4,37,279 | 3,10,105 | 1,27,174 |
| Illiterate Population | 5,18,731 | 4,12,512 | 1,06,219 |
| Illiterate Male Population | 2,12,869 | 1,67,616 | 45,253 |
| Illiterate Female Population | 3,05,862 | 2,44,896 | 60,966 |
| Households | 2,94,837 | 2,19,041 | 75,796 |
Here's a detailed summary of Basic Population Details of Amreli district based on Census 2011:
- Total population of Amreli district is 15,14,190, including 7,71,049 males and 7,43,141 females. In rural areas, it is 11,27,555, including 5,72,554 males and 5,55,001 females. In urban areas, it is 3,86,635, including 1,98,495 males and 1,88,140 females.
- Child population (0–6 years) in Amreli district is 1,73,555, including 92,047 boys and 81,508 girls. In rural areas, it is 1,31,321, including 69,460 boys and 61,861 girls. In urban areas, it is 42,234, including 22,587 boys and 19,647 girls.
- Literate population in Amreli district is around 9,95,459, including 5,58,180 males and 4,37,279 females. In rural areas, it is 7,15,043, including 4,04,938 males and 3,10,105 females. In urban areas, it is 2,80,416, including 1,53,242 males and 1,27,174 females.
- Illiterate population in Amreli district is about 5,18,731, including 2,12,869 males and 3,05,862 females. In rural areas, it is 4,12,512, including 1,67,616 males and 2,44,896 females. In urban areas, it is 1,06,219, including 45,253 males and 60,966 females.
- There are about 2,94,837 households in Amreli district, including 2,19,041 in rural areas and 75,796 in urban areas.
Social Structure and Density
This part highlights the distribution of Scheduled Caste (SC) and Scheduled Tribe (ST) populations within Amreli. 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 | 1,32,915 | 1,09,351 | 23,564 |
| SC Male Population | 68,518 | 56,358 | 12,160 |
| SC Female Population | 64,397 | 52,993 | 11,404 |
| Total ST Population | 7,322 | 4,140 | 3,182 |
| ST Male Population | 3,856 | 2,210 | 1,646 |
| ST Female Population | 3,466 | 1,930 | 1,536 |
| Population Density | 205 / km² | 159 / km² | 1,236 / km² |
Here's a detailed summary of the social structure and population density of Amreli district based on Census 2011:
- Scheduled Caste (SC) population in Amreli district is approximately 1,32,915, including 68,518 males and 64,397 females. In rural areas, it is 1,09,351, including 56,358 males and 52,993 females. In urban areas, it is 23,564, including 12,160 males and 11,404 females.
- Scheduled Tribe (ST) population in Amreli district is about 7,322, including 3,856 males and 3,466 females. In rural areas, it is 4,140, including 2,210 males and 1,930 females. In urban areas, it is 3,182, including 1,646 males and 1,536 females.
- Overall population density of Amreli district is around 205 people per km². Rural areas have about 159 people per km². Urban areas have about 1,236 people per km².