Kheda
Kheda is a district in the Gujarat State of India. The total area of Kheda district is 3,953 km², which includes 3,738.62 km² of rural area and 214.38 km² of urban area. There are about 615 villages in Kheda district.
For administrative convenience, Kheda 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.
Thasra is the largest taluka in kheda district covering area of 670.80 km² while Mahudha is the smallest taluka in kheda district covering area of 247.74 km². Nadiad is the most populous whereas Virpur is the least populous taluka in kheda district. There are 10 talukas in Kheda district. Here is the list of all Kheda Talukas / Blocks / C.D.Blocks along with area & population information.
List of CD Blocks / Talukas in Kheda District
| # | Taluka (CD Block) | Area (km²) | Population (2011) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Balasinor | 305 | 1,45,823 |
| 2 | Kapadvanj | 634 | 2,73,168 |
| 3 | Kathlal | 354 | 2,08,626 |
| 4 | Kheda | 304 | 1,28,162 |
| 5 | Mahudha | 248 | 1,32,560 |
| 6 | Matar | 386 | 1,62,800 |
| 7 | Mehmedabad | 391 | 2,55,978 |
| 8 | Nadiad | 404 | 5,50,330 |
| 9 | Thasra | 671 | 3,42,145 |
| 10 | Virpur | 256 | 1,00,293 |
Population of Kheda District
The population of Kheda 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 Kheda, 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 | 22,99,885 | 17,76,276 | 5,23,609 |
| Total Male Population | 11,85,727 | 9,15,197 | 2,70,530 |
| Total Female Population | 11,14,158 | 8,61,079 | 2,53,079 |
| Child Population (Age 0–6) | 2,91,133 | 2,32,225 | 58,908 |
| Male Child Population (Age 0–6) | 1,53,591 | 1,22,031 | 31,560 |
| Female Child Population (Age 0–6) | 1,37,542 | 1,10,194 | 27,348 |
| Literate Population | 16,60,243 | 12,57,241 | 4,03,002 |
| Literate Male Population | 9,42,480 | 7,22,445 | 2,20,035 |
| Literate Female Population | 7,17,763 | 5,34,796 | 1,82,967 |
| Illiterate Population | 6,39,642 | 5,19,035 | 1,20,607 |
| Illiterate Male Population | 2,43,247 | 1,92,752 | 50,495 |
| Illiterate Female Population | 3,96,395 | 3,26,283 | 70,112 |
| Households | 4,66,856 | 3,59,691 | 1,07,165 |
Here's a detailed summary of Basic Population Details of Kheda district based on Census 2011:
- Total population of Kheda district is 22,99,885, including 11,85,727 males and 11,14,158 females. In rural areas, it is 17,76,276, including 9,15,197 males and 8,61,079 females. In urban areas, it is 5,23,609, including 2,70,530 males and 2,53,079 females.
- Child population (0–6 years) in Kheda district is 2,91,133, including 1,53,591 boys and 1,37,542 girls. In rural areas, it is 2,32,225, including 1,22,031 boys and 1,10,194 girls. In urban areas, it is 58,908, including 31,560 boys and 27,348 girls.
- Literate population in Kheda district is around 16,60,243, including 9,42,480 males and 7,17,763 females. In rural areas, it is 12,57,241, including 7,22,445 males and 5,34,796 females. In urban areas, it is 4,03,002, including 2,20,035 males and 1,82,967 females.
- Illiterate population in Kheda district is about 6,39,642, including 2,43,247 males and 3,96,395 females. In rural areas, it is 5,19,035, including 1,92,752 males and 3,26,283 females. In urban areas, it is 1,20,607, including 50,495 males and 70,112 females.
- There are about 4,66,856 households in Kheda district, including 3,59,691 in rural areas and 1,07,165 in urban areas.
Social Structure and Density
This part highlights the distribution of Scheduled Caste (SC) and Scheduled Tribe (ST) populations within Kheda. 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 | 1,15,631 | 86,794 | 28,837 |
| SC Male Population | 59,734 | 44,935 | 14,799 |
| SC Female Population | 55,897 | 41,859 | 14,038 |
| Total ST Population | 40,336 | 27,275 | 13,061 |
| ST Male Population | 21,057 | 14,255 | 6,802 |
| ST Female Population | 19,279 | 13,020 | 6,259 |
| Population Density | 582 / km² | 475 / km² | 2,442 / km² |
Here's a detailed summary of the social structure and population density of Kheda district based on Census 2011:
- Scheduled Caste (SC) population in Kheda district is approximately 1,15,631, including 59,734 males and 55,897 females. In rural areas, it is 86,794, including 44,935 males and 41,859 females. In urban areas, it is 28,837, including 14,799 males and 14,038 females.
- Scheduled Tribe (ST) population in Kheda district is about 40,336, including 21,057 males and 19,279 females. In rural areas, it is 27,275, including 14,255 males and 13,020 females. In urban areas, it is 13,061, including 6,802 males and 6,259 females.
- Overall population density of Kheda district is around 582 people per km². Rural areas have about 475 people per km². Urban areas have about 2,442 people per km².