Bharuch
Bharuch is a district in the Gujarat State of India. The total area of Bharuch district is 6,509 km², which includes 6,339.21 km² of rural area and 169.79 km² of urban area. There are about 647 villages in Bharuch district.
For administrative convenience, Bharuch 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 8 talukas in Bharuch district. Here is the list of all Bharuch Talukas / Blocks / C.D.Blocks along with area & population information.
List of CD Blocks / Talukas in Bharuch District
| # | Taluka (CD Block) | Area (km²) | Population (2011) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Amod | 449 | 93,819 |
| 2 | Anklesvar | 455 | 3,15,596 |
| 3 | Bharuch | 634 | 4,52,517 |
| 4 | Hansot | 558 | 61,268 |
| 5 | Jambusar | 1,444 | 1,97,038 |
| 6 | Jhagadia | 809 | 1,85,337 |
| 7 | Vagra | 1,644 | 1,00,044 |
| 8 | Valia | 517 | 1,45,400 |
Largest & Smallest Tehsils
Vagra is the largest taluka in bharuch district, covering an area of 1643.91 km², while Amod is the smallest taluka in the district, with an area of 449.31 km². Bharuch is the most populous, whereas Hansot is the least populous taluka in bharuch district.
| Particulars | Area | Population |
|---|---|---|
| Lartest Tehsil | Vagra | Bharuch |
| Smallest Tehsil | Amod | Amod |
Population of Bharuch District
The population of Bharuch 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 Bharuch, 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 | 15,51,019 | 10,26,060 | 5,24,959 |
| Total Male Population | 8,05,707 | 5,29,393 | 2,76,314 |
| Total Female Population | 7,45,312 | 4,96,667 | 2,48,645 |
| Child Population (Age 0–6) | 1,79,103 | 1,21,510 | 57,593 |
| Male Child Population (Age 0–6) | 93,265 | 62,739 | 30,526 |
| Female Child Population (Age 0–6) | 85,838 | 58,771 | 27,067 |
| Literate Population | 11,18,276 | 7,05,458 | 4,12,818 |
| Literate Male Population | 6,23,047 | 3,96,884 | 2,26,163 |
| Literate Female Population | 4,95,229 | 3,08,574 | 1,86,655 |
| Illiterate Population | 4,32,743 | 3,20,602 | 1,12,141 |
| Illiterate Male Population | 1,82,660 | 1,32,509 | 50,151 |
| Illiterate Female Population | 2,50,083 | 1,88,093 | 61,990 |
| Households | 3,33,483 | 2,17,298 | 1,16,185 |
Here's a detailed summary of Basic Population Details of Bharuch district based on Census 2011:
- Total population of Bharuch district is 15,51,019, including 8,05,707 males and 7,45,312 females. In rural areas, it is 10,26,060, including 5,29,393 males and 4,96,667 females. In urban areas, it is 5,24,959, including 2,76,314 males and 2,48,645 females.
- Child population (0–6 years) in Bharuch district is 1,79,103, including 93,265 boys and 85,838 girls. In rural areas, it is 1,21,510, including 62,739 boys and 58,771 girls. In urban areas, it is 57,593, including 30,526 boys and 27,067 girls.
- Literate population in Bharuch district is around 11,18,276, including 6,23,047 males and 4,95,229 females. In rural areas, it is 7,05,458, including 3,96,884 males and 3,08,574 females. In urban areas, it is 4,12,818, including 2,26,163 males and 1,86,655 females.
- Illiterate population in Bharuch district is about 4,32,743, including 1,82,660 males and 2,50,083 females. In rural areas, it is 3,20,602, including 1,32,509 males and 1,88,093 females. In urban areas, it is 1,12,141, including 50,151 males and 61,990 females.
- There are about 3,33,483 households in Bharuch district, including 2,17,298 in rural areas and 1,16,185 in urban areas.
Social Structure and Density
This part highlights the distribution of Scheduled Caste (SC) and Scheduled Tribe (ST) populations within Bharuch. 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 | 62,235 | 35,364 | 26,871 |
| SC Male Population | 31,979 | 18,086 | 13,893 |
| SC Female Population | 30,256 | 17,278 | 12,978 |
| Total ST Population | 4,88,194 | 4,31,980 | 56,214 |
| ST Male Population | 2,50,398 | 2,21,464 | 28,934 |
| ST Female Population | 2,37,796 | 2,10,516 | 27,280 |
| Population Density | 238 / km² | 162 / km² | 3,092 / km² |
Here's a detailed summary of the social structure and population density of Bharuch district based on Census 2011:
- Scheduled Caste (SC) population in Bharuch district is approximately 62,235, including 31,979 males and 30,256 females. In rural areas, it is 35,364, including 18,086 males and 17,278 females. In urban areas, it is 26,871, including 13,893 males and 12,978 females.
- Scheduled Tribe (ST) population in Bharuch district is about 4,88,194, including 2,50,398 males and 2,37,796 females. In rural areas, it is 4,31,980, including 2,21,464 males and 2,10,516 females. In urban areas, it is 56,214, including 28,934 males and 27,280 females.
- Overall population density of Bharuch district is around 238 people per km². Rural areas have about 162 people per km². Urban areas have about 3,092 people per km².