Banas Kantha
Banas Kantha is a district in the Gujarat State of India. The total area of Banas Kantha district is 10,743 km², which includes 10,544.75 km² of rural area and 198.25 km² of urban area. There are about 1,233 villages in Banas Kantha district.
For administrative convenience, Banas Kantha 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 12 talukas in Banas Kantha district. Here is the list of all Banas Kantha Talukas / Blocks / C.D.Blocks along with area & population information.
List of CD Blocks / Talukas in Banas Kantha District
| # | Taluka (CD Block) | Area (km²) | Population (2011) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Amirgadh | 690 | 1,32,354 |
| 2 | Bhabhar | 450 | 1,23,152 |
| 3 | Danta | 901 | 2,24,839 |
| 4 | Dantiwada | 454 | 1,15,221 |
| 5 | Deesa | 1,478 | 5,88,123 |
| 6 | Deodar | 590 | 1,77,919 |
| 7 | Dhanera | 834 | 2,30,741 |
| 8 | Kankrej | 833 | 2,75,613 |
| 9 | Palanpur | 787 | 4,38,773 |
| 10 | Tharad | 1,375 | 3,27,289 |
| 11 | Vadgam | 585 | 2,40,326 |
| 12 | Vav | 1,765 | 2,46,156 |
Largest & Smallest Tehsils in Banas Kantha District
Vav is the largest taluka in banas kantha district, covering an area of 1765.24 km², while Bhabhar is the smallest taluka in the district, with an area of 449.73 km². Deesa is the most populous, whereas Dantiwada is the least populous taluka in banas kantha district.
| Particulars | Area | Population |
|---|---|---|
| Lartest Tehsil | Vav | Deesa |
| Smallest Tehsil | Bhabhar | Bhabhar |
Population of Banas Kantha District
The population of Banas Kantha 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 Banas Kantha, 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 | 31,20,506 | 27,05,591 | 4,14,915 |
| Total Male Population | 16,10,379 | 13,93,741 | 2,16,638 |
| Total Female Population | 15,10,127 | 13,11,850 | 1,98,277 |
| Child Population (Age 0–6) | 5,10,310 | 4,55,406 | 54,904 |
| Male Child Population (Age 0–6) | 2,68,858 | 2,39,285 | 29,573 |
| Female Child Population (Age 0–6) | 2,41,452 | 2,16,121 | 25,331 |
| Literate Population | 17,04,923 | 14,15,564 | 2,89,359 |
| Literate Male Population | 10,48,402 | 8,81,639 | 1,66,763 |
| Literate Female Population | 6,56,521 | 5,33,925 | 1,22,596 |
| Illiterate Population | 14,15,583 | 12,90,027 | 1,25,556 |
| Illiterate Male Population | 5,61,977 | 5,12,102 | 49,875 |
| Illiterate Female Population | 8,53,606 | 7,77,925 | 75,681 |
| Households | 5,60,411 | 4,78,438 | 81,973 |
Here's a detailed summary of Basic Population Details of Banas Kantha district based on Census 2011:
- Total population of Banas Kantha district is 31,20,506, including 16,10,379 males and 15,10,127 females. In rural areas, it is 27,05,591, including 13,93,741 males and 13,11,850 females. In urban areas, it is 4,14,915, including 2,16,638 males and 1,98,277 females.
- Child population (0–6 years) in Banas Kantha district is 5,10,310, including 2,68,858 boys and 2,41,452 girls. In rural areas, it is 4,55,406, including 2,39,285 boys and 2,16,121 girls. In urban areas, it is 54,904, including 29,573 boys and 25,331 girls.
- Literate population in Banas Kantha district is around 17,04,923, including 10,48,402 males and 6,56,521 females. In rural areas, it is 14,15,564, including 8,81,639 males and 5,33,925 females. In urban areas, it is 2,89,359, including 1,66,763 males and 1,22,596 females.
- Illiterate population in Banas Kantha district is about 14,15,583, including 5,61,977 males and 8,53,606 females. In rural areas, it is 12,90,027, including 5,12,102 males and 7,77,925 females. In urban areas, it is 1,25,556, including 49,875 males and 75,681 females.
- There are about 5,60,411 households in Banas Kantha district, including 4,78,438 in rural areas and 81,973 in urban areas.
Social Structure and Density
This part highlights the distribution of Scheduled Caste (SC) and Scheduled Tribe (ST) populations within Banas Kantha. 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 | 3,27,460 | 2,87,937 | 39,523 |
| SC Male Population | 1,69,288 | 1,48,611 | 20,677 |
| SC Female Population | 1,58,172 | 1,39,326 | 18,846 |
| Total ST Population | 2,84,155 | 2,71,055 | 13,100 |
| ST Male Population | 1,44,355 | 1,37,672 | 6,683 |
| ST Female Population | 1,39,800 | 1,33,383 | 6,417 |
| Population Density | 291 / km² | 257 / km² | 2,093 / km² |
Here's a detailed summary of the social structure and population density of Banas Kantha district based on Census 2011:
- Scheduled Caste (SC) population in Banas Kantha district is approximately 3,27,460, including 1,69,288 males and 1,58,172 females. In rural areas, it is 2,87,937, including 1,48,611 males and 1,39,326 females. In urban areas, it is 39,523, including 20,677 males and 18,846 females.
- Scheduled Tribe (ST) population in Banas Kantha district is about 2,84,155, including 1,44,355 males and 1,39,800 females. In rural areas, it is 2,71,055, including 1,37,672 males and 1,33,383 females. In urban areas, it is 13,100, including 6,683 males and 6,417 females.
- Overall population density of Banas Kantha district is around 291 people per km². Rural areas have about 257 people per km². Urban areas have about 2,093 people per km².