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Narmada

District in GUJARAT

Narmada District of GUJARAT has a total population of 5,90,297 as per the Census 2011. Out of which 3,01,086 are males while 2,89,211 are females. The district has a total literacy rate of 62.74%. The entire district extends over an area of N/A.

👥 Total Population
5,90,297
📚 Literacy Rate
62.74%
⚖️ Sex Ratio
961

per 1000 males

🏙️ Urbanization
N/A

Urban Population

Compare with Census 2001

See how Narmada has changed over the decade

👶 Child Population (0-6 years)

Children aged 0-6 years constitute 13.23% of the total population. The child sex ratio is 941 girls per 1000 boys, which is lower than the overall district sex ratio of 961.

Total Children

78,123

13.23% of population

Boys

40,250

51.5%

Girls

37,873

48.5%

Child Sex Ratio

941

girls per 1000 boys

📊 Population Density

Narmada district has a population density of 215 persons per sq. km, which is below the national average of 382. The district covers a total area of 2,749 sq. km.

Density

215

per sq. km

Total Area

2,749

sq. km

Total Population

5,90,297

Census 2011

Density Comparison

Narmada
215
Gujarat
308
India
382

Religion Breakdown

Hindu
94.84%
Muslim
3.83%
Christian
0.75%
Sikh
0.02%

Demographics & Social Profile

The text sex ratio of Narmada stands at 961 females per 1000 males. This is comparable to or better than the national average. In terms of literacy, the district has reflected a growth, currently standing at 62.74%. Male literacy stands at 81.19% while female literacy is at 63.09%, showing a gender gap of 18.10%.

The Schedule Caste (SC) constitutes 1.48% while Schedule Tribe (ST) were 81.55% of total population in Narmada.

Workforce Statistics

Out of the total population of 5,90,297, 2,94,795 are engaged in work or business activity. This constitutes 49.94% of the total population. Of the total workforce, 65.78% are Main Workers (employed for more than 6 months), while the remaining 34.22% are Marginal Workers.

Main Workers
1,93,916

Full-time employment

Marginal Workers
1,00,879

Part-time / Seasonal

Non-Workers
2,95,502

Dependents / Students

Sex Ratio Profile

Literacy Performance

Literacy Rate Comparison (Male vs Female)

Other Districts in GUJARAT

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the population of Narmada district in GUJARAT?

Narmada district in GUJARAT has a total population of 5,90,297 as per Census 2011. The district comprises 3,01,086 males and 2,89,211 females.

What is the literacy rate of Narmada district?

The overall literacy rate of Narmada district is 62.74%. Male literacy is 81.19% and female literacy is 63.09%.

What is the sex ratio in Narmada district?

The sex ratio in Narmada district is 961 females per 1000 males. This is at par with or above the national average of 940.

What is the child population of Narmada district?

Narmada district has 78,123 children aged 0-6 years. Of these, 40,250 are boys and 37,873 are girls. The child sex ratio is 941 girls per 1000 boys.

What is the population density of Narmada district?

Narmada district has a population density of 215 persons per square kilometer. The district covers a total area of 2,749 sq. km.

What is the workforce participation in Narmada district?

Out of the total population of 5,90,297, 2,94,795 people (49.9%) are engaged in work activities in Narmada district.