Valsad
Valsad is a district in the Gujarat State of India. The total area of Valsad district is 3,008 km², which includes 2,782.15 km² of rural area and 225.85 km² of urban area. There are about 433 villages in Valsad district.
For administrative convenience, Valsad 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 Valsad district. Here is the list of all Valsad Talukas / Blocks / C.D.Blocks along with area & population information.
List of CD Blocks / Talukas in Valsad District
| # | Taluka (CD Block) | Area (km²) | Population (2011) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Dharampur | 726 | 2,15,872 |
| 2 | Kaprada | 948 | 2,58,888 |
| 3 | Pardi | 438 | 5,18,814 |
| 4 | Umbergaon | 373 | 2,96,964 |
| 5 | Valsad | 524 | 4,15,140 |
Largest & Smallest Tehsils
Kaprada is the largest taluka in valsad district, covering an area of 947.86 km², while Umbergaon is the smallest taluka in the district, with an area of 373.30 km². Pardi is the most populous, whereas Dharampur is the least populous taluka in valsad district.
| Particulars | Area | Population |
|---|---|---|
| Lartest Tehsil | Kaprada | Pardi |
| Smallest Tehsil | Umbergaon | Umbergaon |
Population of Valsad District
The population of Valsad 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 Valsad, 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 | 17,05,678 | 10,70,177 | 6,35,501 |
| Total Male Population | 8,87,222 | 5,42,644 | 3,44,578 |
| Total Female Population | 8,18,456 | 5,27,533 | 2,90,923 |
| Child Population (Age 0–6) | 2,15,439 | 1,42,109 | 73,330 |
| Male Child Population (Age 0–6) | 1,11,889 | 72,995 | 38,894 |
| Female Child Population (Age 0–6) | 1,03,550 | 69,114 | 34,436 |
| Literate Population | 11,70,657 | 6,71,205 | 4,99,452 |
| Literate Male Population | 6,55,528 | 3,72,309 | 2,83,219 |
| Literate Female Population | 5,15,129 | 2,98,896 | 2,16,233 |
| Illiterate Population | 5,35,021 | 3,98,972 | 1,36,049 |
| Illiterate Male Population | 2,31,694 | 1,70,335 | 61,359 |
| Illiterate Female Population | 3,03,327 | 2,28,637 | 74,690 |
| Households | 3,64,403 | 2,16,948 | 1,47,455 |
Here's a detailed summary of Basic Population Details of Valsad district based on Census 2011:
- Total population of Valsad district is 17,05,678, including 8,87,222 males and 8,18,456 females. In rural areas, it is 10,70,177, including 5,42,644 males and 5,27,533 females. In urban areas, it is 6,35,501, including 3,44,578 males and 2,90,923 females.
- Child population (0–6 years) in Valsad district is 2,15,439, including 1,11,889 boys and 1,03,550 girls. In rural areas, it is 1,42,109, including 72,995 boys and 69,114 girls. In urban areas, it is 73,330, including 38,894 boys and 34,436 girls.
- Literate population in Valsad district is around 11,70,657, including 6,55,528 males and 5,15,129 females. In rural areas, it is 6,71,205, including 3,72,309 males and 2,98,896 females. In urban areas, it is 4,99,452, including 2,83,219 males and 2,16,233 females.
- Illiterate population in Valsad district is about 5,35,021, including 2,31,694 males and 3,03,327 females. In rural areas, it is 3,98,972, including 1,70,335 males and 2,28,637 females. In urban areas, it is 1,36,049, including 61,359 males and 74,690 females.
- There are about 3,64,403 households in Valsad district, including 2,16,948 in rural areas and 1,47,455 in urban areas.
Social Structure and Density
This part highlights the distribution of Scheduled Caste (SC) and Scheduled Tribe (ST) populations within Valsad. 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 | 38,237 | 20,777 | 17,460 |
| SC Male Population | 19,557 | 10,537 | 9,020 |
| SC Female Population | 18,680 | 10,240 | 8,440 |
| Total ST Population | 9,02,794 | 7,85,002 | 1,17,792 |
| ST Male Population | 4,50,976 | 3,92,473 | 58,503 |
| ST Female Population | 4,51,818 | 3,92,529 | 59,289 |
| Population Density | 567 / km² | 385 / km² | 2,814 / km² |
Here's a detailed summary of the social structure and population density of Valsad district based on Census 2011:
- Scheduled Caste (SC) population in Valsad district is approximately 38,237, including 19,557 males and 18,680 females. In rural areas, it is 20,777, including 10,537 males and 10,240 females. In urban areas, it is 17,460, including 9,020 males and 8,440 females.
- Scheduled Tribe (ST) population in Valsad district is about 9,02,794, including 4,50,976 males and 4,51,818 females. In rural areas, it is 7,85,002, including 3,92,473 males and 3,92,529 females. In urban areas, it is 1,17,792, including 58,503 males and 59,289 females.
- Overall population density of Valsad district is around 567 people per km². Rural areas have about 385 people per km². Urban areas have about 2,814 people per km².