Tapi
Tapi is a district in the Gujarat State of India. The total area of Tapi district is 3,139 km², which includes 3,104.21 km² of rural area and 34.79 km² of urban area. There are about 451 villages in Tapi district.
For administrative convenience, Tapi 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 Tapi district. Here is the list of all Tapi Talukas / Blocks / C.D.Blocks along with area & population information.
List of CD Blocks / Talukas in Tapi District
| # | Taluka (CD Block) | Area (km²) | Population (2011) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Nizar | 401 | 1,29,969 |
| 2 | Songadh | 1,155 | 2,29,782 |
| 3 | Uchchhal | 565 | 88,416 |
| 4 | Valod | 204 | 90,566 |
| 5 | Vyara | 813 | 2,68,289 |
Largest & Smallest Tehsils
Songadh is the largest taluka in tapi district, covering an area of 1154.85 km², while Valod is the smallest taluka in the district, with an area of 203.91 km². Vyara is the most populous, whereas Uchchhal is the least populous taluka in tapi district.
| Particulars | Area | Population |
|---|---|---|
| Lartest Tehsil | Songadh | Vyara |
| Smallest Tehsil | Valod | Valod |
Population of Tapi District
The population of Tapi 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 Tapi, 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 | 8,07,022 | 7,27,535 | 79,487 |
| Total Male Population | 4,02,188 | 3,61,548 | 40,640 |
| Total Female Population | 4,04,834 | 3,65,987 | 38,847 |
| Child Population (Age 0–6) | 89,075 | 80,048 | 9,027 |
| Male Child Population (Age 0–6) | 45,619 | 40,887 | 4,732 |
| Female Child Population (Age 0–6) | 43,456 | 39,161 | 4,295 |
| Literate Population | 4,90,036 | 4,30,376 | 59,660 |
| Literate Male Population | 2,69,007 | 2,36,734 | 32,273 |
| Literate Female Population | 2,21,029 | 1,93,642 | 27,387 |
| Illiterate Population | 3,16,986 | 2,97,159 | 19,827 |
| Illiterate Male Population | 1,33,181 | 1,24,814 | 8,367 |
| Illiterate Female Population | 1,83,805 | 1,72,345 | 11,460 |
| Households | 1,77,091 | 1,60,028 | 17,063 |
Here's a detailed summary of Basic Population Details of Tapi district based on Census 2011:
- Total population of Tapi district is 8,07,022, including 4,02,188 males and 4,04,834 females. In rural areas, it is 7,27,535, including 3,61,548 males and 3,65,987 females. In urban areas, it is 79,487, including 40,640 males and 38,847 females.
- Child population (0–6 years) in Tapi district is 89,075, including 45,619 boys and 43,456 girls. In rural areas, it is 80,048, including 40,887 boys and 39,161 girls. In urban areas, it is 9,027, including 4,732 boys and 4,295 girls.
- Literate population in Tapi district is around 4,90,036, including 2,69,007 males and 2,21,029 females. In rural areas, it is 4,30,376, including 2,36,734 males and 1,93,642 females. In urban areas, it is 59,660, including 32,273 males and 27,387 females.
- Illiterate population in Tapi district is about 3,16,986, including 1,33,181 males and 1,83,805 females. In rural areas, it is 2,97,159, including 1,24,814 males and 1,72,345 females. In urban areas, it is 19,827, including 8,367 males and 11,460 females.
- There are about 1,77,091 households in Tapi district, including 1,60,028 in rural areas and 17,063 in urban areas.
Social Structure and Density
This part highlights the distribution of Scheduled Caste (SC) and Scheduled Tribe (ST) populations within Tapi. 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 | 8,168 | 5,296 | 2,872 |
| SC Male Population | 4,139 | 2,683 | 1,456 |
| SC Female Population | 4,029 | 2,613 | 1,416 |
| Total ST Population | 6,79,320 | 6,57,229 | 22,091 |
| ST Male Population | 3,35,958 | 3,25,023 | 10,935 |
| ST Female Population | 3,43,362 | 3,32,206 | 11,156 |
| Population Density | 257 / km² | 234 / km² | 2,285 / km² |
Here's a detailed summary of the social structure and population density of Tapi district based on Census 2011:
- Scheduled Caste (SC) population in Tapi district is approximately 8,168, including 4,139 males and 4,029 females. In rural areas, it is 5,296, including 2,683 males and 2,613 females. In urban areas, it is 2,872, including 1,456 males and 1,416 females.
- Scheduled Tribe (ST) population in Tapi district is about 6,79,320, including 3,35,958 males and 3,43,362 females. In rural areas, it is 6,57,229, including 3,25,023 males and 3,32,206 females. In urban areas, it is 22,091, including 10,935 males and 11,156 females.
- Overall population density of Tapi district is around 257 people per km². Rural areas have about 234 people per km². Urban areas have about 2,285 people per km².