Jamnagar
Jamnagar is a district in the Gujarat State of India. The total area of Jamnagar district is 14,184 km², which includes 13,744.35 km² of rural area and 439.65 km² of urban area. There are about 697 villages in Jamnagar district.
For administrative convenience, Jamnagar 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 10 talukas in Jamnagar district. Here is the list of all Jamnagar Talukas / Blocks / C.D.Blocks along with area & population information.
List of CD Blocks / Talukas in Jamnagar District
| # | Taluka (CD Block) | Area (km²) | Population (2011) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Bhanvad | 961 | 1,25,561 |
| 2 | Dhrol | 754 | 79,315 |
| 3 | Jamjodhpur | 1,447 | 1,32,498 |
| 4 | Jamnagar | 1,901 | 8,51,948 |
| 5 | Jodiya | 1,471 | 85,958 |
| 6 | Kalavad | 1,634 | 1,39,729 |
| 7 | Kalyanpur | 1,934 | 1,96,033 |
| 8 | Khambhalia | 1,725 | 2,68,062 |
| 9 | Lalpur | 1,464 | 1,18,187 |
| 10 | Okhamandal | 894 | 1,62,828 |
Largest & Smallest Tehsils
Kalyanpur is the largest taluka in jamnagar district by area, while Jamnagar is the largest by population. Dhrol is the smallest taluka in jamnagar district by both area and population.
| Particulars | Area | Population |
|---|---|---|
| Lartest Tehsil | Kalyanpur | Jamnagar |
| Smallest Tehsil | Dhrol | Dhrol |
Population of Jamnagar District
The population of Jamnagar 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 Jamnagar, 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 | 21,60,119 | 11,89,054 | 9,71,065 |
| Total Male Population | 11,14,192 | 6,10,088 | 5,04,104 |
| Total Female Population | 10,45,927 | 5,78,966 | 4,66,961 |
| Child Population (Age 0–6) | 2,63,972 | 1,52,181 | 1,11,791 |
| Male Child Population (Age 0–6) | 1,38,608 | 79,355 | 59,253 |
| Female Child Population (Age 0–6) | 1,25,364 | 72,826 | 52,538 |
| Literate Population | 13,96,534 | 7,15,735 | 6,80,799 |
| Literate Male Population | 7,95,140 | 4,14,998 | 3,80,142 |
| Literate Female Population | 6,01,394 | 3,00,737 | 3,00,657 |
| Illiterate Population | 7,63,585 | 4,73,319 | 2,90,266 |
| Illiterate Male Population | 3,19,052 | 1,95,090 | 1,23,962 |
| Illiterate Female Population | 4,44,533 | 2,78,229 | 1,66,304 |
| Households | 4,30,941 | 2,30,303 | 2,00,638 |
Here's a detailed summary of Basic Population Details of Jamnagar district based on Census 2011:
- Total population of Jamnagar district is 21,60,119, including 11,14,192 males and 10,45,927 females. In rural areas, it is 11,89,054, including 6,10,088 males and 5,78,966 females. In urban areas, it is 9,71,065, including 5,04,104 males and 4,66,961 females.
- Child population (0–6 years) in Jamnagar district is 2,63,972, including 1,38,608 boys and 1,25,364 girls. In rural areas, it is 1,52,181, including 79,355 boys and 72,826 girls. In urban areas, it is 1,11,791, including 59,253 boys and 52,538 girls.
- Literate population in Jamnagar district is around 13,96,534, including 7,95,140 males and 6,01,394 females. In rural areas, it is 7,15,735, including 4,14,998 males and 3,00,737 females. In urban areas, it is 6,80,799, including 3,80,142 males and 3,00,657 females.
- Illiterate population in Jamnagar district is about 7,63,585, including 3,19,052 males and 4,44,533 females. In rural areas, it is 4,73,319, including 1,95,090 males and 2,78,229 females. In urban areas, it is 2,90,266, including 1,23,962 males and 1,66,304 females.
- There are about 4,30,941 households in Jamnagar district, including 2,30,303 in rural areas and 2,00,638 in urban areas.
Social Structure and Density
This part highlights the distribution of Scheduled Caste (SC) and Scheduled Tribe (ST) populations within Jamnagar. 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 | 1,73,895 | 99,378 | 74,517 |
| SC Male Population | 89,597 | 51,012 | 38,585 |
| SC Female Population | 84,298 | 48,366 | 35,932 |
| Total ST Population | 24,187 | 16,492 | 7,695 |
| ST Male Population | 12,415 | 8,457 | 3,958 |
| ST Female Population | 11,772 | 8,035 | 3,737 |
| Population Density | 152 / km² | 87 / km² | 2,209 / km² |
Here's a detailed summary of the social structure and population density of Jamnagar district based on Census 2011:
- Scheduled Caste (SC) population in Jamnagar district is approximately 1,73,895, including 89,597 males and 84,298 females. In rural areas, it is 99,378, including 51,012 males and 48,366 females. In urban areas, it is 74,517, including 38,585 males and 35,932 females.
- Scheduled Tribe (ST) population in Jamnagar district is about 24,187, including 12,415 males and 11,772 females. In rural areas, it is 16,492, including 8,457 males and 8,035 females. In urban areas, it is 7,695, including 3,958 males and 3,737 females.
- Overall population density of Jamnagar district is around 152 people per km². Rural areas have about 87 people per km². Urban areas have about 2,209 people per km².