Tankara
Tankara is a Town and Taluka in Rajkot 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 Tankara Block (CD) is 03800. The total area of Tankara Taluka is 629 km². Tankara has a sex ratio of approximately 967 females per 1,000 males.
List of Villages in Tankara Taluka
Tankara Taluka has a total of 47 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 Tankara Taluka, along with their respective gram panchayat and nearest town.
# | Village Name | Gram Panchayat | Nearest Town |
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1 | Amrapar | Amrapar Tol | Maliya (19 km) |
2 | Anandpar | Anandpar | Rajkot (17 km) |
3 | Bangavadi | Bangavadi | Maliya (26 km) |
4 | Bedi | Bedi | Rajkot (22 km) |
5 | Bhutkotda | Bhutkotda | Maliya (29 km) |
6 | Chhattar | Chhattar | Rajkot (25 km) |
7 | Devaliya | Devaliya | Paddhari (23 km) |
8 | Dhroliya | Dhroliya | Paddhari (24 km) |
9 | Ghunada Khanpar | Ghunada Khanpar | Morvi (27 km) |
10 | Hadala | Hadala | Rajkot (17 km) |
11 | Hadmatiya | Hadmatiya | Maliya (24 km) |
12 | Hamirpar | Hamirpar | Paddhari (15 km) |
13 | Harbatiyali | Harbatiyali | Morvi (28 km) |
14 | Hirapar | Hirapar | Maliya (30 km) |
15 | Jabalpur | Jabalpur | Maliya (23 km) |
16 | Jivapartankara | Jivapartankara | Morvi (30 km) |
17 | Jodhpar | Jodhpar Zala | Paddhari (18 km) |
18 | Kagdadi | Kagdadi | Rajkot (22 km) |
19 | Kalyanpur | Kalyanpur | Morvi (25 km) |
20 | Khakhra | Khakhra | Paddhari (22 km) |
21 | Kothariya | Kothariya | Paddhari (13 km) |
22 | Lajai | Lajai | Maliya (10 km) |
23 | Lakhdhir Gadh | Lakhdhir Gadh | Tankara (5 km) |
24 | Mahendrapur | Mahendrapur | Morvi (21 km) |
25 | Meghpar Zala | Meghpar Zala | Maliya (33 km) |
26 | Mitana | Mitana | Paddhari (25 km) |
27 | Mota Khijadiya | Mota Khijadiya | Morvi (25 km) |
28 | Nana Khijadiya | Nana Khijadiya | Morvi (18 km) |
29 | Nana Rampar | Nana Rampar | Maliya (22 km) |
30 | Nasitpar | Nasitpar | Morvi (20 km) |
31 | Neknam | Neknam | Paddhari (13 km) |
32 | Nesda Khanpar | Nesda Khanpar | Morvi (25 km) |
33 | Nesda Surji | Nesda Surji | Morvi (33 km) |
34 | Otala | Otala | Paddhari (23 km) |
35 | Rajavad | Rajavad | Morvi (17 km) |
36 | Rohishala | Rohishala | Paddhari (15 km) |
37 | Sajanpar | Sajanpar | Wankaner (17 km) |
38 | Sakhpar | Sakhpar | Paddhari (10 km) |
39 | Saraya | Saraya | Morvi (31 km) |
40 | Savdi | Savdi | Paddhari (23 km) |
41 | Tankara | Tankara | Maliya (18 km) |
42 | Tol | Tol | Maliya (19 km) |
43 | Vachhakpar | Vachhakpar | Paddhari (20 km) |
44 | Vaghgadh | Vaghgadh | Maliya (33 km) |
45 | Vijaynagar | Vijaynagar | Rajkot (17 km) |
46 | Virpar | Virpar | Maliya (21 km) |
47 | Virvav | Virvav | Paddhari (21 km) |
Population of Tankara Taluka
The population profile of Tankara 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 Tankara Taluka's population composition, including male-female ratio, child population, and how literacy levels vary between villages and towns.
Particulars | Total | Rural | Urban |
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Total Population | 87,577 | 87,577 | N/A |
Male Population | 44,516 | 44,516 | N/A |
Female Population | 43,061 | 43,061 | N/A |
Child Population (Age 0–6) | 10,128 | 10,128 | N/A |
Male Child Population (Age 0–6) | 5,369 | 5,369 | N/A |
Female Child Population (Age 0–6) | 4,759 | 4,759 | N/A |
Literate Population | 58,420 | 58,420 | N/A |
Literate Male Population | 33,000 | 33,000 | N/A |
Literate Female Population | 25,420 | 25,420 | N/A |
Illiterate Population | 29,157 | 29,157 | N/A |
Illiterate Male Population | 11,516 | 11,516 | N/A |
Illiterate Female Population | 17,641 | 17,641 | N/A |
Total Households | 17,049 | 17,049 | N/A |
Here’s a simplified summary based on Census 2011 stats:
- Total population is approximately 87,577 people. Includes nearly 44,516 males and 43,061 females. Rural population is about 87,577 people.
- There are around 10,128 children aged 0 to 6 years. This includes approximately 5,369 boys and 4,759 girls.
- Literate population is about 58,420 people. Non-literate population is around 29,157 people.
- There are nearly 17,049 households.
Social Structure and Density
This section offers a snapshot of social structure in Tankara 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 |
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Total SC Population | 7,804 | 7,804 | N/A |
SC Male Population | 4,023 | 4,023 | N/A |
SC Female Population | 3,781 | 3,781 | N/A |
Total ST Population | 734 | 734 | N/A |
ST Male Population | 391 | 391 | N/A |
ST Female Population | 343 | 343 | N/A |
Population Density | 139 / km² | 139 / km² | N/A |
Here’s a simplified summary based on Census 2011 stats:
- Scheduled Caste (SC) population in Tankara Taluka is approximately 7,804 people, including 4,023 males and 3,781 females. Around 7,804 people live in rural parts.
- Scheduled Tribe (ST) population in Tankara Taluka is about 734 people, including 391 males and 343 females. Around 734 live in villages or rural parts.
- In terms of density, overall population density is around 139 people per square kilometre, rural areas have about 139 people per sq. km.