Navsari
Navsari is a district in the Gujarat State of India. The total area of Navsari district is 2,246 km², which includes 2,173.25 km² of rural area and 72.75 km² of urban area. There are about 372 villages in Navsari district.
For administrative convenience, Navsari 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 5 talukas in Navsari district. Here is the list of all Navsari Talukas / Blocks / C.D.Blocks along with area & population information.
List of CD Blocks / Talukas in Navsari District
| # | Taluka (CD Block) | Area (km²) | Population (2011) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Bansda | 602 | 2,31,228 |
| 2 | Chikhli | 587 | 3,09,877 |
| 3 | Gandevi | 298 | 2,49,264 |
| 4 | Jalalpore | 502 | 2,28,065 |
| 5 | Navsari | 256 | 3,11,238 |
Largest & Smallest Tehsils
Bansda is the largest taluka in navsari district, covering an area of 602.34 km², while Navsari is the smallest taluka in the district, with an area of 256.27 km². Navsari is the most populous, whereas Jalalpore is the least populous taluka in navsari district.
| Particulars | Area | Population |
|---|---|---|
| Lartest Tehsil | Bansda | Navsari |
| Smallest Tehsil | Navsari | Navsari |
Population of Navsari District
The population of Navsari 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 Navsari, 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 | 13,29,672 | 9,20,535 | 4,09,137 |
| Total Male Population | 6,78,165 | 4,64,749 | 2,13,416 |
| Total Female Population | 6,51,507 | 4,55,786 | 1,95,721 |
| Child Population (Age 0–6) | 1,35,170 | 92,466 | 42,704 |
| Male Child Population (Age 0–6) | 70,298 | 47,505 | 22,793 |
| Female Child Population (Age 0–6) | 64,872 | 44,961 | 19,911 |
| Literate Population | 10,01,909 | 6,76,083 | 3,25,826 |
| Literate Male Population | 5,39,471 | 3,62,923 | 1,76,548 |
| Literate Female Population | 4,62,438 | 3,13,160 | 1,49,278 |
| Illiterate Population | 3,27,763 | 2,44,452 | 83,311 |
| Illiterate Male Population | 1,38,694 | 1,01,826 | 36,868 |
| Illiterate Female Population | 1,89,069 | 1,42,626 | 46,443 |
| Households | 2,95,131 | 2,03,297 | 91,834 |
Here's a detailed summary of Basic Population Details of Navsari district based on Census 2011:
- Total population of Navsari district is 13,29,672, including 6,78,165 males and 6,51,507 females. In rural areas, it is 9,20,535, including 4,64,749 males and 4,55,786 females. In urban areas, it is 4,09,137, including 2,13,416 males and 1,95,721 females.
- Child population (0–6 years) in Navsari district is 1,35,170, including 70,298 boys and 64,872 girls. In rural areas, it is 92,466, including 47,505 boys and 44,961 girls. In urban areas, it is 42,704, including 22,793 boys and 19,911 girls.
- Literate population in Navsari district is around 10,01,909, including 5,39,471 males and 4,62,438 females. In rural areas, it is 6,76,083, including 3,62,923 males and 3,13,160 females. In urban areas, it is 3,25,826, including 1,76,548 males and 1,49,278 females.
- Illiterate population in Navsari district is about 3,27,763, including 1,38,694 males and 1,89,069 females. In rural areas, it is 2,44,452, including 1,01,826 males and 1,42,626 females. In urban areas, it is 83,311, including 36,868 males and 46,443 females.
- There are about 2,95,131 households in Navsari district, including 2,03,297 in rural areas and 91,834 in urban areas.
Social Structure and Density
This part highlights the distribution of Scheduled Caste (SC) and Scheduled Tribe (ST) populations within Navsari. 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 | 35,464 | 17,348 | 18,116 |
| SC Male Population | 17,959 | 8,712 | 9,247 |
| SC Female Population | 17,505 | 8,636 | 8,869 |
| Total ST Population | 6,39,659 | 5,71,812 | 67,847 |
| ST Male Population | 3,19,740 | 2,85,999 | 33,741 |
| ST Female Population | 3,19,919 | 2,85,813 | 34,106 |
| Population Density | 592 / km² | 424 / km² | 5,624 / km² |
Here's a detailed summary of the social structure and population density of Navsari district based on Census 2011:
- Scheduled Caste (SC) population in Navsari district is approximately 35,464, including 17,959 males and 17,505 females. In rural areas, it is 17,348, including 8,712 males and 8,636 females. In urban areas, it is 18,116, including 9,247 males and 8,869 females.
- Scheduled Tribe (ST) population in Navsari district is about 6,39,659, including 3,19,740 males and 3,19,919 females. In rural areas, it is 5,71,812, including 2,85,999 males and 2,85,813 females. In urban areas, it is 67,847, including 33,741 males and 34,106 females.
- Overall population density of Navsari district is around 592 people per km². Rural areas have about 424 people per km². Urban areas have about 5,624 people per km².