Junagadh
Junagadh is a district in the Gujarat State of India. The total area of Junagadh district is 8,831 km², which includes 8,366.18 km² of rural area and 464.82 km² of urban area. There are about 901 villages in Junagadh district.
For administrative convenience, Junagadh 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 14 talukas in Junagadh district. Here is the list of all Junagadh Talukas / Blocks / C.D.Blocks along with area & population information.
List of CD Blocks / Talukas in Junagadh District
| # | Taluka (CD Block) | Area (km²) | Population (2011) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Bhesan | 439 | 79,712 |
| 2 | Junagadh | 680 | 4,39,420 |
| 3 | Keshod | 567 | 1,94,746 |
| 4 | Kodinar | 537 | 2,28,809 |
| 5 | Malia | 525 | 1,60,181 |
| 6 | Manavadar | 597 | 1,32,830 |
| 7 | Mangrol | 592 | 2,12,973 |
| 8 | Mendarda | 367 | 68,531 |
| 9 | Patan Veraval | 365 | 3,22,492 |
| 10 | Sutrapada | 327 | 1,41,968 |
| 11 | Talala | 980 | 1,35,731 |
| 12 | Una | 1,567 | 3,88,477 |
| 13 | Vanthali | 394 | 97,189 |
| 14 | Visavadar | 894 | 1,40,023 |
Largest & Smallest Tehsils
Una is the largest taluka in junagadh district, covering an area of 1566.56 km², while Sutrapada is the smallest taluka in the district, with an area of 327.10 km². Junagadh is the most populous, whereas Mendarda is the least populous taluka in junagadh district.
| Particulars | Area | Population |
|---|---|---|
| Lartest Tehsil | Una | Junagadh |
| Smallest Tehsil | Sutrapada | Sutrapada |
Population of Junagadh District
The population of Junagadh 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 Junagadh, 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 | 27,43,082 | 18,36,670 | 9,06,412 |
| Total Male Population | 14,04,356 | 9,40,271 | 4,64,085 |
| Total Female Population | 13,38,726 | 8,96,399 | 4,42,327 |
| Child Population (Age 0–6) | 3,11,930 | 2,13,972 | 97,958 |
| Male Child Population (Age 0–6) | 1,63,535 | 1,11,826 | 51,709 |
| Female Child Population (Age 0–6) | 1,48,395 | 1,02,146 | 46,249 |
| Literate Population | 18,42,818 | 11,78,160 | 6,64,658 |
| Literate Male Population | 10,46,981 | 6,81,209 | 3,65,772 |
| Literate Female Population | 7,95,837 | 4,96,951 | 2,98,886 |
| Illiterate Population | 9,00,264 | 6,58,510 | 2,41,754 |
| Illiterate Male Population | 3,57,375 | 2,59,062 | 98,313 |
| Illiterate Female Population | 5,42,889 | 3,99,448 | 1,43,441 |
| Households | 5,27,326 | 3,47,702 | 1,79,624 |
Here's a detailed summary of Basic Population Details of Junagadh district based on Census 2011:
- Total population of Junagadh district is 27,43,082, including 14,04,356 males and 13,38,726 females. In rural areas, it is 18,36,670, including 9,40,271 males and 8,96,399 females. In urban areas, it is 9,06,412, including 4,64,085 males and 4,42,327 females.
- Child population (0–6 years) in Junagadh district is 3,11,930, including 1,63,535 boys and 1,48,395 girls. In rural areas, it is 2,13,972, including 1,11,826 boys and 1,02,146 girls. In urban areas, it is 97,958, including 51,709 boys and 46,249 girls.
- Literate population in Junagadh district is around 18,42,818, including 10,46,981 males and 7,95,837 females. In rural areas, it is 11,78,160, including 6,81,209 males and 4,96,951 females. In urban areas, it is 6,64,658, including 3,65,772 males and 2,98,886 females.
- Illiterate population in Junagadh district is about 9,00,264, including 3,57,375 males and 5,42,889 females. In rural areas, it is 6,58,510, including 2,59,062 males and 3,99,448 females. In urban areas, it is 2,41,754, including 98,313 males and 1,43,441 females.
- There are about 5,27,326 households in Junagadh district, including 3,47,702 in rural areas and 1,79,624 in urban areas.
Social Structure and Density
This part highlights the distribution of Scheduled Caste (SC) and Scheduled Tribe (ST) populations within Junagadh. 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 | 2,65,793 | 2,04,153 | 61,640 |
| SC Male Population | 1,36,319 | 1,04,726 | 31,593 |
| SC Female Population | 1,29,474 | 99,427 | 30,047 |
| Total ST Population | 55,571 | 37,633 | 17,938 |
| ST Male Population | 28,463 | 19,376 | 9,087 |
| ST Female Population | 27,108 | 18,257 | 8,851 |
| Population Density | 311 / km² | 220 / km² | 1,950 / km² |
Here's a detailed summary of the social structure and population density of Junagadh district based on Census 2011:
- Scheduled Caste (SC) population in Junagadh district is approximately 2,65,793, including 1,36,319 males and 1,29,474 females. In rural areas, it is 2,04,153, including 1,04,726 males and 99,427 females. In urban areas, it is 61,640, including 31,593 males and 30,047 females.
- Scheduled Tribe (ST) population in Junagadh district is about 55,571, including 28,463 males and 27,108 females. In rural areas, it is 37,633, including 19,376 males and 18,257 females. In urban areas, it is 17,938, including 9,087 males and 8,851 females.
- Overall population density of Junagadh district is around 311 people per km². Rural areas have about 220 people per km². Urban areas have about 1,950 people per km².