Porbandar Taluka Population Data
Comprehensive demographics including 2026 projections, Census 2011, and 2001 data.
Live Estimate
Porbandar Taluka Population 2026
4,42,961 (Estimated)
Based on growth trends from previous census data. Official Census 2011 data serves as the baseline.
Next Census 2027
4,46,776
Projected Estimate
Methodology: Population projections are calculated using an annual compound growth rate of 0.94% derived from Census 2001-2011 data. The formula used is P × (1 + r/100)^(Y - 2011), where P is the 2011 population and r is the growth rate.
Census 2011 Data
Officialper 1000 Males
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Child (0-6) Stats
Future Generation • 10.9% of total pop
Child Sex Ratio 898
Females per 1000 Males (0-6 age)
Boys 22,090
Girls 19,826
Literacy Gap
12.5% Diff Male Literacy 75.5%
Female Literacy 63.0%
SC Population
30,492
7.9% of total
ST Population
6,483
1.7% of total
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Workforce Economy
Primary occupation: services & industries
Worker Participation Rate 39%
Main Workers 1,26,798
Employment > 6 months/year
Marginal Workers 24,348
Employment < 6 months/year
Employment Sectors
Other Workers (Services/Ind) 56.1%
Cultivators (Farmers) 26.1%
Agricultural Laborers 16.6%
Household Industries 1.1%
Villages & Towns
3 locations| Name | Type | Population |
|---|---|---|
| porbandar (m + og) | Town | 1,52,760 |
| chhaya (m) | Town | 47,699 |
| khapat (ct) | Town | 16,744 |
Historical Comparison (2001-2011)
Decadal Change| Metric | Census 2001 | Census 2011 | Change |
|---|---|---|---|
| Population | 3,50,322 | 3,84,660 | +9.80% |
| Literacy Rate | 61.54% | 69.44% | +7.9% |
| Sex Ratio | 947 | 946 | -1 |
Decadal Growth Rate
9.80%
Total population change from 2001 to 2011
Annual Compound Growth Rate (CAGR)
0.94%
Average annual growth rate over 10 years
❓ Frequently Asked Questions
What is the population of Porbandar Taluka in 2026? ▼
The estimated population of Porbandar Taluka in 2026 is 4,42,615. This is based on Census 2011 data with an annual growth rate of 0.94%.
What is the literacy rate of Porbandar Taluka? ▼
The literacy rate of Porbandar Taluka is 69.44% as per Census 2011.
What is the sex ratio of Porbandar Taluka? ▼
The sex ratio of Porbandar Taluka is 946 females per 1000 males according to Census 2011. This is at par with or above the national average of 940.
What is the projected population of Porbandar Taluka in 2027? ▼
The projected population of Porbandar Taluka in 2027 is 4,46,776. This projection is based on the 0.94% annual growth rate calculated from Census 2001-2011 data.
How has Porbandar Taluka population changed since 2001? ▼
Porbandar Taluka population grew from 3,50,322 in 2001 to 3,84,660 in 2011, a decadal growth of 9.80%. The annual compound growth rate was 0.94%.
What was the population of Porbandar Taluka in Census 2011? ▼
According to Census 2011, Porbandar Taluka had a total population of 3,84,660. This comprised 1,97,622 males and 1,87,038 females.
📊 Comparison & Rankings
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Rank in Porbandar District
#1 of 3
By population size
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Rank in Gujarat
#25 of 225
Among all talukas/cities in state
Comparison with Averages
| Metric | Porbandar Taluka | Porbandar Avg | Gujarat Avg |
|---|---|---|---|
| Literacy Rate | 69.44% | 65.22% ↑ 4.2%
| 64.41% ↑ 5.0%
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| Sex Ratio | 946 | 953 ↓ 7 | 941 ↑ 5 |
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