List of Districts in Dadra and Nagar Haveli and Daman and Diu

Nestled in the western part of India, Dadra and Nagar Haveli and Daman and Diu form a harmonious union territory, a result of the merger of the erstwhile union territories of Dadra and Nagar Haveli and Daman and Diu. This administrative amalgamation, aimed at enhancing governance efficiency, took place to create a cohesive entity that represents the cultural, historical, and geographical richness of the region. As of the latest available information in 2021, the union territory is divided into three districts, each contributing to the seamless administration, development, and cultural heritage preservation.

also read about Dadra and Nagar Haveli and Daman and Diu Population

#DistrictPopulation (2011)Area (km²)Density (/km²)
1Dadra and Nagar Haveli3,43,709491700
2Daman1,91,173722,651
3Diu52,074392,058

 

Largest and Smallest District by Area

Dadra and Nagar Haveli district covering an area of 7491 km² is the largest district.  Diu District is the smallest district of with a total area of 39 km²

# By AreaDistrictArea
LargestDadra and Nagar Haveli491 km²
Smallest Hapur 600 km2

 Source: Census 2011

Largest and Smallest District by Population

Dadra and Nagar Haveli District is the most populated district. Its Population as per census 2011 is 3.44 Lakhs. Diu District with a population of 62071 is the least populated district.

# by PopulationDistrictPopulation (Census 2011)
Most PopulatedDadra and Nagar Haveli343707
LeastDiu52074

Highest and Lowest Population Density

Daman District (2651 people per km) has the highest Population density. Dadra and Nagar Haveli District with a population density of 700  people per km is the lowest density district.

# by DensityDistrictDensity (person/km)
HighestDaman2651
LeastDadra and Nagar Haveli700

Source: Census 2011

Dadra and Nagar Haveli and Daman and Diu by Literacy rate | Sex Ratio

#DistrictSex RatioLiteracy
1Dadra and Nagar Haveli70076.24%
2Daman53488.07%
3Diu103183.46%

Source: Census 2011

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Rajeev Rana is an independent writer and researcher with a strong interest in history, population studies, and demographic trends in India and North America. He has been writing on demography-related topics for over five years, focusing on census data, migration patterns, ethnicity, and regional population changes. While not a formally certified demographer, Rajeev closely follows official data releases from government sources, census authorities, and reputable research institutions. His work aims to present complex demographic information in a clear, accessible, and neutral manner for readers seeking factual insights and broader context. Rajeev contributes to multiple informational websites and has particular familiarity with demographic and regional trends in the Delhi NCR region. His writing is driven by curiosity, data interpretation, and a commitment to accuracy rather than advocacy or opinion