Panch Mahals
Panch Mahals is a district in the Gujarat State of India. The total area of Panch Mahals district is 5,231 km², which includes 5,112.39 km² of rural area and 118.61 km² of urban area. There are about 1,198 villages in Panch Mahals district.
For administrative convenience, Panch Mahals 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 11 talukas in Panch Mahals district. Here is the list of all Panch Mahals Talukas / Blocks / C.D.Blocks along with area & population information.
List of CD Blocks / Talukas in Panch Mahals District
| # | Taluka (CD Block) | Area (km²) | Population (2011) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Ghoghamba | 499 | 2,18,467 |
| 2 | Godhra | 765 | 4,62,516 |
| 3 | Halol | 518 | 2,37,959 |
| 4 | Jambughoda | 147 | 42,476 |
| 5 | Kadana | 424 | 1,29,545 |
| 6 | Kalol | 400 | 2,16,371 |
| 7 | Khanpur | 333 | 96,041 |
| 8 | Lunawada | 624 | 2,57,228 |
| 9 | Morwa | 324 | 1,86,920 |
| 10 | Santrampur | 569 | 2,65,694 |
| 11 | Shehera | 629 | 2,77,559 |
Largest & Smallest Tehsils in Panch Mahals District
Godhra is the largest taluka in panch mahals district by both area and population. Jambughoda is the smallest taluka in panch mahals district by both area and population.
| Particulars | Area | Population |
|---|---|---|
| Lartest Tehsil | Godhra | Godhra |
| Smallest Tehsil | Jambughoda | Jambughoda |
Population of Panch Mahals District
The population of Panch Mahals 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 Panch Mahals, 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 | 23,90,776 | 20,55,949 | 3,34,827 |
| Total Male Population | 12,26,961 | 10,53,376 | 1,73,585 |
| Total Female Population | 11,63,815 | 10,02,573 | 1,61,242 |
| Child Population (Age 0–6) | 3,61,311 | 3,18,429 | 42,882 |
| Male Child Population (Age 0–6) | 1,86,998 | 1,64,339 | 22,659 |
| Female Child Population (Age 0–6) | 1,74,313 | 1,54,090 | 20,223 |
| Literate Population | 14,40,805 | 11,87,834 | 2,52,971 |
| Literate Male Population | 8,58,054 | 7,19,128 | 1,38,926 |
| Literate Female Population | 5,82,751 | 4,68,706 | 1,14,045 |
| Illiterate Population | 9,49,971 | 8,68,115 | 81,856 |
| Illiterate Male Population | 3,68,907 | 3,34,248 | 34,659 |
| Illiterate Female Population | 5,81,064 | 5,33,867 | 47,197 |
| Households | 4,46,611 | 3,78,648 | 67,963 |
Here's a detailed summary of Basic Population Details of Panch Mahals district based on Census 2011:
- Total population of Panch Mahals district is 23,90,776, including 12,26,961 males and 11,63,815 females. In rural areas, it is 20,55,949, including 10,53,376 males and 10,02,573 females. In urban areas, it is 3,34,827, including 1,73,585 males and 1,61,242 females.
- Child population (0–6 years) in Panch Mahals district is 3,61,311, including 1,86,998 boys and 1,74,313 girls. In rural areas, it is 3,18,429, including 1,64,339 boys and 1,54,090 girls. In urban areas, it is 42,882, including 22,659 boys and 20,223 girls.
- Literate population in Panch Mahals district is around 14,40,805, including 8,58,054 males and 5,82,751 females. In rural areas, it is 11,87,834, including 7,19,128 males and 4,68,706 females. In urban areas, it is 2,52,971, including 1,38,926 males and 1,14,045 females.
- Illiterate population in Panch Mahals district is about 9,49,971, including 3,68,907 males and 5,81,064 females. In rural areas, it is 8,68,115, including 3,34,248 males and 5,33,867 females. In urban areas, it is 81,856, including 34,659 males and 47,197 females.
- There are about 4,46,611 households in Panch Mahals district, including 3,78,648 in rural areas and 67,963 in urban areas.
Social Structure and Density
This part highlights the distribution of Scheduled Caste (SC) and Scheduled Tribe (ST) populations within Panch Mahals. 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 | 1,00,446 | 83,082 | 17,364 |
| SC Male Population | 51,278 | 42,398 | 8,880 |
| SC Female Population | 49,168 | 40,684 | 8,484 |
| Total ST Population | 7,21,604 | 6,97,576 | 24,028 |
| ST Male Population | 3,68,348 | 3,56,032 | 12,316 |
| ST Female Population | 3,53,256 | 3,41,544 | 11,712 |
| Population Density | 457 / km² | 402 / km² | 2,823 / km² |
Here's a detailed summary of the social structure and population density of Panch Mahals district based on Census 2011:
- Scheduled Caste (SC) population in Panch Mahals district is approximately 1,00,446, including 51,278 males and 49,168 females. In rural areas, it is 83,082, including 42,398 males and 40,684 females. In urban areas, it is 17,364, including 8,880 males and 8,484 females.
- Scheduled Tribe (ST) population in Panch Mahals district is about 7,21,604, including 3,68,348 males and 3,53,256 females. In rural areas, it is 6,97,576, including 3,56,032 males and 3,41,544 females. In urban areas, it is 24,028, including 12,316 males and 11,712 females.
- Overall population density of Panch Mahals district is around 457 people per km². Rural areas have about 402 people per km². Urban areas have about 2,823 people per km².