Valsad Population
As per the 2011 Census, Valsad District has a population of 17.06 Lac (17,05,678) with 8.87 Lac (8,87,222) males and 8.18 Lac (8,18,456) females.The sex ratio in Valsad is 923, indicating a below-average ratio compared to the national average of 943 .
Child Population (Age group 0-6 years) of Valsad District is 2.15 Lac (2,15,439) which is 12.63% of Valsad District overall population, Child sex Ratio of Valsad District is 926 females for every 1000 males.
Note : In the 2011 Census, Valsad District is listed as part of GUJARAT State in INDIA.
Toatl Population
Male Population
Female Population
- Valsad Population Census 2011
- Valsad Population 2024
- Hindu Population
- Muslim Population
- All Religion Population
- Urban Population
- Rural Population
- Literacy Rate
- Scheduled Castes (SC) Population
- Scheduled Tribes (ST) Population
- Sex Ratio
- Historical Census 1901 to 2011
- Population Projections Up to 2036
Valsad Estimated Population in 2024
In 2024, Valsad District current estimated population is projected to be 20.38 Lac (20,37,865), indicating a 19.48% increased from Valsad's population in the 2011 census. In 2024, the estimated male population is 10.68 Lac, and the estimated female population is 9.70 Lac.
Valsad Estimated Population in 2025
In the year 2025, Valsad District estimated population is projected to be 20.62 Lac (20,61,916), projecting a 20.89% increased from Valsad's population in the 2011 census. In 2025, the estimated male population is 10.81 Lac, and the estimated female population is 9.81 Lac.
Valsad Hindu Population
Hindu is the most popular religion in Valsad District, with a total Hindu population of 15.71 Lac (15,71,147), accounting for 92.11% of the Valsad District population. Out of this, the Hindu male population stands at approximately 8.16 Lac (8,16,304), and the Hindu female population is around 7.55 Lac (7,54,843).
Valsad Muslim Population
Muslim is the second most popular religion in Valsad District, with a total Muslim population of 94.03 k (94,034), accounting for 5.51% of the Valsad District population. Out of this, the Muslim male population stands at approximately 50.35 k (50,349), and the Muslim female population is around 43.69 k (43,685).
Valsad Religion Wise Population
| Religion | Count | Percentage |
|---|---|---|
| Hindu | 15,71,147 | 92.11% |
| Muslim | 94,034 | 5.51% |
| Christian | 19,661 | 1.15% |
| Jain | 13,809 | 0.81% |
| Religion not stated | 3,108 | 0.18% |
| Sikh | 1,589 | 0.09% |
| Other religions and persuasions | 1,417 | 0.08% |
| Buddhist | 913 | 0.05% |
Based on Data from Census 2011
Explore State wise Religion PopulationValsad Urban Population
The Urban population of Valsad District is 6.36 Lac (6,35,501), with 3.45 Lac (3,44,578) being males and 2.91 Lac (2,90,923) being females, making up 37.26% of the Valsad total population, The sex ratio in urban population is 845 females for every 1000 males.
Valsad Rural Population
The Rural population of Valsad District is 10.70 Lac (10,70,177), with 5.43 Lac (5,42,644) being males and 5.28 Lac (5,27,533) being females, making up 62.74% of the Valsad total population, The sex ratio in rural population is 973 females for every 1000 males.
Valsad Literacy Rate
Valsad District has a literacy rate of 78.55% which is higher than national average of 72.98%, The Male literacy rate of Valsad District is 84.55 higher than national average of 80.88%, The Female literacy rate of Valsad District is 72.06 higher than national average of 64.63%. In Valsad District's urban areas, the literacy rate is approximately 88.84%, while in the rural regions of Valsad District, it is around 72.32%.
Literacy Rate among Urban and rural area of Valsad
| Category | Average Literacy Rate | Male Literacy Rate | Female Literacy Rate |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 78.55 | 84.55 | 72.06 |
| Urban Area | 88.84 | 92.65 | 84.31 |
| Rural Area | 72.32 | 79.27 | 65.2 |
Literacy Rate by Religion in Valsad
| Religion | Average Literacy Rate | Male Literacy Rate | Female Literacy Rate |
|---|---|---|---|
| Hindu | 78.02 | 84.19 | 71.34 |
| Muslim | 88.1 | 91.5 | 84.16 |
| Christian | 61.56 | 68.38 | 54.79 |
| Jain | 97.05 | 98.02 | 96.08 |
Valsad Scheduled Castes (SC) Population
Scheduled Castes(SC) Population in Valsad District is 38.24 k (38,237) with 19.56 k (19,557) males and 18.68 k (18,680) females, which is 2.24% of Valsad District overall population. The Sex Ratio among Scheduled Caste is 956 females for every 1000 males.
Valsad Scheduled Tribes (ST) Population
Scheduled Tribes(ST) Population in Valsad District is 9.03 Lac (9,02,794) with 4.51 Lac (4,50,976) males and 4.52 Lac (4,51,818) females, which is 52.93% of Valsad District overall population. The Sex Ratio among Scheduled Tribes is 1002 females for every 1000 males.
Sex Ratio among Urban and Rural Areas of Valsad
| Category | Sex Ratio |
|---|---|
| Total Population | 923 |
| Urban Area | 845 |
| Rural Area | 973 |
Sex Ratio by Religion in Valsad
| Religion | Sex Ratio |
|---|---|
| Hindu | 925 |
| Muslim | 868 |
| Christian | 997 |
| Jain | 979 |
Valsad Area & Households
The Total Area of Valsad District is 3,008 Square KM, with a population density of 567 people per square kilometer, Total Number of towns in Valsad District are 28 and the Total Number of Villages in Valsad District are 434.The Total Number of households in Valsad District are 3.64 Lac(3,64,403).
Valsad Workforce (Worker Profile) Overview
In Valsad District, there are about 7.43 Lac (7,43,245) workers, making up nearly 43.57% of the Valsad District total population. Out of these, around 5.16 Lac (5,16,188) are male workers, and about 2.27 Lac (2,27,057) are female workers.
Valsad - Population Growth Rate, Decadal Variation in Population Since 1901
Diving deeper into local demographics, Valsad district's growth story offers insights into its significance within its state. Starting with a base population of 2,61,031, the district's populace evolved, marking a count of 17,05,678 by the dataset's end.
A notable period in this narrative is the year 2001. The growth rate of 29.65% during this time underscores the socio-economic and healthcare advancements.The average growth rate over the period is 18.95%.It's worth noting that data for certain years (1901) present anomalies or are not explicitly mentioned, indicating potential challenges in data collection or unique demographic events.
Valsad District population growth key Takeaways
- Transitioned from a population of 2,61,031 to 17,05,678.
- The year 2001 stands out with a growth rate of 29.65%.
- The data reveals diverse growth rates influenced by various factors.
| Census Year | Population | Variation | Variation % | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1901 | 2.61 Lac | ----- | ----- | 1.31 Lac | 1.30 Lac |
| 1911 | 2.79 Lac | 18.13 k | 6.944769012 | 1.40 Lac | 1.39 Lac |
| 1921 | 2.80 Lac | 1.07 k | 0.384010546 | 1.41 Lac | 1.39 Lac |
| 1931 | 3.08 Lac | 27.84 k | 9.935731593 | 1.55 Lac | 1.53 Lac |
| 1941 | 3.72 Lac | 63.59 k | 20.64049547 | 1.88 Lac | 1.84 Lac |
| 1951 | 4.41 Lac | 69.35 k | 18.65808181 | 2.20 Lac | 2.21 Lac |
| 1961 | 5.49 Lac | 1.08 Lac | 24.58736483 | 2.74 Lac | 2.75 Lac |
| 1971 | 6.96 Lac | 1.47 Lac | 26.69759518 | 3.49 Lac | 3.47 Lac |
| 1981 | 8.64 Lac | 1.68 Lac | 24.16875681 | 4.35 Lac | 4.30 Lac |
| 1991 | 10.88 Lac | 2.24 Lac | 25.86956295 | 5.56 Lac | 5.32 Lac |
| 2001 | 14.11 Lac | 3.23 Lac | 29.64879869 | 7.35 Lac | 6.76 Lac |
| 2011 | 17.06 Lac | 2.95 Lac | 20.92264523 | 8.87 Lac | 8.18 Lac |
Valsad - Estimated Population: Yearly Projections Up to 2036
| Year | Estimated Population | Total Growth Since 2011 | Annual Growth |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2024 | 20.38 Lac (20,37,865) | 19.48% | ↑ |
| 2025 | 20.62 Lac (20,61,916) | 20.89% | 1.41 % ↑ |
| 2026 | 20.84 Lac (20,84,485) | 22.21% | 1.32 % ↑ |
| 2027 | 21.06 Lac (21,05,991) | 23.47% | 1.26 % ↑ |
| 2028 | 21.27 Lac (21,27,498) | 24.73% | 1.26 % ↑ |
| 2029 | 21.49 Lac (21,49,004) | 25.99% | 1.26 % ↑ |
| 2030 | 21.71 Lac (21,70,510) | 27.25% | 1.26 % ↑ |
| 2031 | 21.91 Lac (21,90,506) | 28.42% | 1.17 % ↑ |
| 2032 | 22.09 Lac (22,09,439) | 29.53% | 1.11 % ↑ |
| 2033 | 22.28 Lac (22,28,373) | 30.64% | 1.11 % ↑ |
| 2034 | 22.47 Lac (22,47,306) | 31.75% | 1.11 % ↑ |
| 2035 | 22.66 Lac (22,66,239) | 32.86% | 1.11 % ↑ |
| 2036 | 22.85 Lac (22,85,173) | 33.97% | 1.11 % ↑ |
Projected estimates indicate that Valsad District's population in 2036 is expected to reach around 22.85 Lac (22,85,173), with a male population of 12.00 Lac (12,00,312) and a female population of 10.85 Lac (10,84,809). This reflects a total growth of 33.97% from Valsad District's population in the 2011 census, with an average yearly growth rate of 1.21%.