Sabar Kantha
Sabar Kantha is a district in the Gujarat State of India. The total area of Sabar Kantha district is 7,394 km², which includes 7,154.73 km² of rural area and 239.27 km² of urban area. There are about 1,364 villages in Sabar Kantha district.
For administrative convenience, Sabar Kantha 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 13 talukas in Sabar Kantha district. Here is the list of all Sabar Kantha Talukas / Blocks / C.D.Blocks along with area & population information.
List of CD Blocks / Talukas in Sabar Kantha District
| # | Taluka (CD Block) | Area (km²) | Population (2011) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Bayad | 590 | 2,06,391 |
| 2 | Bhiloda | 726 | 2,39,216 |
| 3 | Dhansura | 400 | 1,06,733 |
| 4 | Himatnagar | 771 | 3,25,669 |
| 5 | Idar | 789 | 2,57,904 |
| 6 | Khedbrahma | 882 | 2,93,143 |
| 7 | Malpur | 366 | 97,838 |
| 8 | Meghraj | 551 | 1,67,115 |
| 9 | Modasa | 618 | 2,22,625 |
| 10 | Prantij | 411 | 1,61,279 |
| 11 | Talod | 436 | 1,54,424 |
| 12 | Vadali | 375 | 92,357 |
| 13 | Vijaynagar | 478 | 1,03,895 |
Largest & Smallest Tehsils in Sabar Kantha District
Khedbrahma is the largest taluka in sabar kantha district, covering an area of 881.90 km², while Malpur is the smallest taluka in the district, with an area of 366.34 km². Himatnagar is the most populous, whereas Vadali is the least populous taluka in sabar kantha district.
| Particulars | Area | Population |
|---|---|---|
| Lartest Tehsil | Khedbrahma | Himatnagar |
| Smallest Tehsil | Malpur | Malpur |
Population of Sabar Kantha District
The population of Sabar Kantha 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 Sabar Kantha, 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 | 24,28,589 | 20,64,869 | 3,63,720 |
| Total Male Population | 12,44,231 | 10,56,141 | 1,88,090 |
| Total Female Population | 11,84,358 | 10,08,728 | 1,75,630 |
| Child Population (Age 0–6) | 3,45,490 | 3,01,867 | 43,623 |
| Male Child Population (Age 0–6) | 1,81,529 | 1,58,074 | 23,455 |
| Female Child Population (Age 0–6) | 1,63,961 | 1,43,793 | 20,168 |
| Literate Population | 15,78,734 | 13,07,989 | 2,70,745 |
| Literate Male Population | 9,18,625 | 7,68,505 | 1,50,120 |
| Literate Female Population | 6,60,109 | 5,39,484 | 1,20,625 |
| Illiterate Population | 8,49,855 | 7,56,880 | 92,975 |
| Illiterate Male Population | 3,25,606 | 2,87,636 | 37,970 |
| Illiterate Female Population | 5,24,249 | 4,69,244 | 55,005 |
| Households | 4,81,414 | 4,06,039 | 75,375 |
Here's a detailed summary of Basic Population Details of Sabar Kantha district based on Census 2011:
- Total population of Sabar Kantha district is 24,28,589, including 12,44,231 males and 11,84,358 females. In rural areas, it is 20,64,869, including 10,56,141 males and 10,08,728 females. In urban areas, it is 3,63,720, including 1,88,090 males and 1,75,630 females.
- Child population (0–6 years) in Sabar Kantha district is 3,45,490, including 1,81,529 boys and 1,63,961 girls. In rural areas, it is 3,01,867, including 1,58,074 boys and 1,43,793 girls. In urban areas, it is 43,623, including 23,455 boys and 20,168 girls.
- Literate population in Sabar Kantha district is around 15,78,734, including 9,18,625 males and 6,60,109 females. In rural areas, it is 13,07,989, including 7,68,505 males and 5,39,484 females. In urban areas, it is 2,70,745, including 1,50,120 males and 1,20,625 females.
- Illiterate population in Sabar Kantha district is about 8,49,855, including 3,25,606 males and 5,24,249 females. In rural areas, it is 7,56,880, including 2,87,636 males and 4,69,244 females. In urban areas, it is 92,975, including 37,970 males and 55,005 females.
- There are about 4,81,414 households in Sabar Kantha district, including 4,06,039 in rural areas and 75,375 in urban areas.
Social Structure and Density
This part highlights the distribution of Scheduled Caste (SC) and Scheduled Tribe (ST) populations within Sabar Kantha. 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 | 1,87,685 | 1,59,214 | 28,471 |
| SC Male Population | 96,527 | 81,874 | 14,653 |
| SC Female Population | 91,158 | 77,340 | 13,818 |
| Total ST Population | 5,42,156 | 5,20,203 | 21,953 |
| ST Male Population | 2,72,531 | 2,61,131 | 11,400 |
| ST Female Population | 2,69,625 | 2,59,072 | 10,553 |
| Population Density | 329 / km² | 289 / km² | 1,520 / km² |
Here's a detailed summary of the social structure and population density of Sabar Kantha district based on Census 2011:
- Scheduled Caste (SC) population in Sabar Kantha district is approximately 1,87,685, including 96,527 males and 91,158 females. In rural areas, it is 1,59,214, including 81,874 males and 77,340 females. In urban areas, it is 28,471, including 14,653 males and 13,818 females.
- Scheduled Tribe (ST) population in Sabar Kantha district is about 5,42,156, including 2,72,531 males and 2,69,625 females. In rural areas, it is 5,20,203, including 2,61,131 males and 2,59,072 females. In urban areas, it is 21,953, including 11,400 males and 10,553 females.
- Overall population density of Sabar Kantha district is around 329 people per km². Rural areas have about 289 people per km². Urban areas have about 1,520 people per km².