Gandhidham is an important city in the Indian state of Gujarat, located in the Kutch district. It is the eighth-most populous city in the state and serves as a major commercial and industrial hub, mainly due to its proximity to Kandla Port.
According to the Census of India 2011, the population of Gandhidham City was 248,705 (2.48 lakh), comprising 132,388 males and 116,317 females. The city recorded an average literacy rate of 83.34%. The estimated population of Gandhidham in 2026 is around 3.70 lakh.
👉 Projected Population of Gandhidham (2026): ~3.70 lakh
Gandhidham City Census 2011 Data
| Particulars | Details |
|---|---|
| Total Population | 248,705 (2.48 lakh) |
| Male Population | 132,388 |
| Female Population | 116,317 |
| Area | 63.49 sq. km |
| Population Density | 3,920 per sq. km |
| Literacy Rate | 83.34% |
| Male Literacy | 89.69% |
| Female Literacy | 76.08% |
| Sex Ratio | 879 |
| Child Sex Ratio | 909 |
| Children (0–6 Years) | 31,224 |
Source: Census 2011
Key Takeaways
Projected Population of Gandhidham (2026): ~3.70 lakh
Gandhidham has a high population density of about 3,920 persons per sq. km.
The city’s literacy rate (83.34%) is above the national average.
The sex ratio (879) is lower than the national average of 940.
Children aged 0–6 years make up around 12.55% of the total population.
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