Unjha
Unjha is a Town and Taluka in Mahesana District of Gujarat. In India, a taluka is a sub-division of a district that is responsible for the administration and revenue collection of a particular area within the district. It is an important part of the local governance structure, and plays a crucial role in the development and administration of its local community.
According to Census 2011, the sub-district code of Unjha Block (CD) is 03753. The total area of Unjha Taluka is 314 km², which includes 288.85 km² of rural area and 25.00 km² of urban area. Unjha has a sex ratio of approximately 927 females per 1,000 males.
List of Villages in Unjha Taluka
Unjha Taluka has a total of 31 villages, each with its own identity, gram panchayat, and local lifestyle. These villages form the real backbone of the region, where everyday life is rooted in agriculture, tradition, and community ties. The list below shows all villages in Unjha Taluka, along with their respective gram panchayat and nearest town.
| # | Village Name | Gram Panchayat | Nearest Town |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Aithor | Aithor | Unjha (4 km) |
| 2 | Amudh | Amudh | Unjha (8 km) |
| 3 | Bhankhar | Bhankhar | Unjha (7 km) |
| 4 | Bhunav | Bhunav | Unjha (10 km) |
| 5 | Brahmanvada | Brahmanvada | Unjha (7 km) |
| 6 | Dabhi | Dabhi | Unjha (7 km) |
| 7 | Dasaj | Dasaj | Unjha (8 km) |
| 8 | Hajipur | Hajipur | Unjha (9 km) |
| 9 | Jagannathpura | Jagannathpura | Sidhpur (5 km) |
| 10 | Kahoda | Kahoda | Sidhpur (8 km) |
| 11 | Kamli | Kamli | Unjha (5 km) |
| 12 | Kanthravi | Kanthravi | Unjha (13 km) |
| 13 | Karanpur | Karanpur | Unjha (10 km) |
| 14 | Karli | Karli | Unjha (10 km) |
| 15 | Khatasana | Khatasana | Sidhpur (10 km) |
| 16 | Lihoda | Lihoda | Unjha (8 km) |
| 17 | Lindi | Lindi | Unjha (12 km) |
| 18 | Maherwada | Maherwada | Unjha (12 km) |
| 19 | Maktupur | Maktupur | Unjha (3 km) |
| 20 | Navapura | Navapura | Unjha (10 km) |
| 21 | Pali | Pali | Unjha (9 km) |
| 22 | Ranchhodpura | Ranchhodpura | Unjha (9 km) |
| 23 | Shihi | Shihi | Unjha (3 km) |
| 24 | Sunak | Sunak | Unjha (7 km) |
| 25 | Surpura | Surpura | Unjha (10 km) |
| 26 | Tundav | Tundav | Unjha (7 km) |
| 27 | Unava | Unava | Unjha (4 km) |
| 28 | Upera | Upera | Unjha (12 km) |
| 29 | Vanagla | Bhavanipura | Unjha (4 km) |
| 30 | Varvada | Varvada | Unjha (8 km) |
| 31 | Visol | Visol | Unjha (10 km) |
Population of Unjha Taluka
The population profile of Unjha Taluka offers a deeper understanding of how people are settled across its rural and urban parts. The following sections provide key insights into total population, household distribution, literacy, and age demographics — data that plays a vital role in planning development work and allocating public resources effectively.
Basic Population Details
This section offers a snapshot of Unjha Taluka's population composition, including male-female ratio, child population, and how literacy levels vary between villages and towns.
| Particulars | Total | Rural | Urban |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,75,539 | 1,18,431 | 57,108 |
| Male Population | 91,093 | 61,326 | 29,767 |
| Female Population | 84,446 | 57,105 | 27,341 |
| Child Population (Age 0–6) | 18,399 | 12,762 | 5,637 |
| Male Child Population (Age 0–6) | 10,168 | 6,931 | 3,237 |
| Female Child Population (Age 0–6) | 8,231 | 5,831 | 2,400 |
| Literate Population | 1,39,573 | 92,864 | 46,709 |
| Literate Male Population | 76,375 | 51,257 | 25,118 |
| Literate Female Population | 63,198 | 41,607 | 21,591 |
| Illiterate Population | 35,966 | 25,567 | 10,399 |
| Illiterate Male Population | 14,718 | 10,069 | 4,649 |
| Illiterate Female Population | 21,248 | 15,498 | 5,750 |
| Total Households | 38,151 | 25,977 | 12,174 |
Here’s a simplified summary based on Census 2011 stats:
- Total population of Unjha Taluka is around 1,75,539 people. This includes 91,093 males and 84,446 females. Rural population is about 1,18,431 (61,326 males and 57,105 females), while urban population is nearly 57,108 (29,767 males and 27,341 females).
- Children aged 0–6 years make up about 18,399 of the population, with 10,168 boys and 8,231 girls. Rural areas have 12,762 children, and urban areas have about 5,637 children in this age group.
- There are approximately 1,39,573 literate people in Unjha Taluka, including 76,375 literate males and 63,198 literate females. Literacy in rural areas includes 92,864 individuals and urban literacy covers around 46,709 people.
- About 35,966 people in Unjha Taluka are not literate, including 14,718 males and 21,248 females. Rural areas include 25,567 non-literate people, while urban areas have nearly 10,399 individuals.
- The tehsil has around 38,151 households, with 25,977 in villages and 12,174 in towns.
Social Structure and Density
This section offers a snapshot of social structure in Unjha Taluka, highlighting the SC and ST population across rural and urban areas, as well as how densely people live in different parts of the region.
| Particulars | Total | Rural | Urban |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total SC Population | 13,948 | 9,665 | 4,283 |
| SC Male Population | 7,225 | 5,020 | 2,205 |
| SC Female Population | 6,723 | 4,645 | 2,078 |
| Total ST Population | 708 | 183 | 525 |
| ST Male Population | 373 | 97 | 276 |
| ST Female Population | 335 | 86 | 249 |
| Population Density | 559 / km² | 410 / km² | 2,284 / km² |
Here’s a simplified summary based on Census 2011 stats:
- Scheduled Caste (SC) population in Unjha Taluka is approximately 13,948 people, including 7,225 males and 6,723 females. Around 9,665 people live in rural parts. Nearly 4,283 people reside in urban areas.
- Scheduled Tribe (ST) population in Unjha Taluka is about 708 people, including 373 males and 335 females. Around 183 live in villages or rural parts. Nearly 525 live in towns or urban regions.
- In terms of density, overall population density is around 559 people per square kilometre, rural areas have about 410 people per sq. km, urban areas record nearly 2,284 people per sq. km.