Kachchh Population & Demographics
Comprehensive census data for Kachchh district in Gujarat.
Administrative Details of Kachchh
Kachchh comprises 924 villages, of which 877 are inhabited and 47 are uninhabited. There are 14 urban towns. The total number of households stands at 4,45,672, spread across 45,674 square kilometers.
| Villages | 924(877 inhabited • 47 uninhabited) |
| Urban Towns | 14 |
| Households | 4,45,672 |
| Total Area | 45,674 km² |
Kachchh Urban & Rural Population
Kachchh had 7,28,535 people in urban areas (34.8%) and 13,63,836 people in rural areas (65.2%).
| Area Type | Population | Percentage |
|---|---|---|
| 🌾 Rural | 13,63,836 | 65.2% |
| 🏙️ Urban | 7,28,535 | 34.8% |
| Total | 20,92,371 | 100% |
Data from Census 2011.
Gender Distribution in Kachchh
The total population comprises 10,96,737 males (52.4%) and 9,95,634 females (47.6%). The sex ratio is 908 females per 1000 males.
Male and Female Population — Urban & Rural
| Gender | Rural | Urban | Total |
|---|---|---|---|
| 👨 Male | 7,13,524 | 3,83,213 | 10,96,737 |
| 👩 Female | 6,50,312 | 3,45,322 | 9,95,634 |
Literacy Rate in Kachchh
The literacy rate is 59.85%. Male literacy stands at 67.4% while female literacy is 51.53%, indicating a gender gap of 15.87 percentage points. The total literate population is 12,52,319.
Literacy Statistics — Urban and Rural
| Category | Rural | Urban | Total |
|---|---|---|---|
| Literate (Male) | 4,49,185 | 2,90,054 | 7,39,239 |
| Literate (Female) | 2,91,737 | 2,21,343 | 5,13,080 |
| Total Literate | 7,40,922 | 5,11,397 | 12,52,319 |
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About Kachchh Census 2011 Data
According to Census 2011, Kachchh in Gujarat has a total population of 20,92,371 with a literacy rate of 59.85% and a sex ratio of 908 females per 1000 males.
This page provides comprehensive census data for Kachchh district including demographics, population statistics, literacy rates, gender distribution, and social indicators for research and analysis purposes.