As per the 2011 Census, Total Population of the Dadra and Nagar Haveli is 3,43,709 with male being 1,93,760 and female being 1,49,949, Population Density (p/sq. km) is 700, Sex Ratio is 774. Literacy rate in the state is 76.2% above the India average. Daman Population is 1,91,173, with a Sex ratio of 534 and Literacy rate at 88.06% and Diu Population is 52,074 with a Sex – ratio of 1031 and Literacy rate of 83.46%. 

The LFPR for persons aged 15 years and above was 63.5% in the 2022–23 period for the merged UT.

The healthcare system in the Union Territory of Dadra and Nagar Haveli and Daman and Diu is designed to be accessible and well-rounded, with a mix of government facilities and private hospitals catering to different needs.

At its foundation is a tiered public healthcare network that covers everything from basic primary care to advanced treatment, ensuring that both urban and rural communities are supported.

At the heart of this system is Shri Vinoba Bhave Civil Hospital (SVBCH) in Silvassa—a 650-bed multi-specialty teaching hospital and a key healthcare hub for the region, affiliated with the NAMO Medical Education and Research Institute. Supporting it are Government Hospital in Moti Daman, which provides essential care to residents, and Marwad Hospital in Nani Daman, serving the local community near Devka Beach.

This network is further strengthened by Community Health Centres in places like Rakholi and Dadra, along with Primary Health Centres in Khanvel, Mandoni, Kachigam, and Bhimpore, helping bring healthcare closer to people across the region.

The educational landscape in Dadra and Nagar Haveli and Daman is characterized by a strong network of government institutions providing affordable technical and medical education, alongside several well-regarded private schools and specialized colleges. The region features several key institutions offering degrees in medicine, engineering, pharmacy, and management. 

Medical Education:
NAMO Medical Education & Research Institute, Silvassa: The territory's premier government medical college, offering an annual intake of 177 MBBS seats. It is associated with the Shri Vinoba Bhave Civil Hospital.
Vaidik Dental College and Research Centre, Daman: Provides specialized dental education (BDS).

Engineering & Technology:
Government Engineering College, Daman: Located in Varkund, this AICTE-approved college offers degrees in Mechanical, Civil, Electrical, Computer, and Biomedical Engineering. Indian Institute of Information Technology (IIIT) Vadodara – International Campus Diu: Located in the Educational Hub at Kevdi, offering specialized technical programs. Government Polytechnic Colleges: Facilities in Daman and Silvassa (Dr. Babasaheb Bhimrao Ambedkar Govt. Polytechnic) provide diploma courses in various engineering streams.

Dr. APJ Abdul Kalam Government College, Silvassa: A prominent institution for Arts, Commerce, and Science.
SSR College Campus, Silvassa: A large private education hub housing colleges for Pharmacy, Education (B.Ed), Arts, Commerce & Science, and Management & Research.
Institute of Hotel Management (IHM) Silvassa: Offers degrees and certificates in hospitality and culinary arts. 
Schooling Infrastructure 

The Union Territory hosts over 430 schools, ranging from government-run primary schools to elite private CBSE-affiliated institutions including
Jiwrajka International School, Silvassa, Coast Guard Public School, Daman, Advaita Gurukul, Silvassa, Lions English School, Silvassa, Government Schools

Vocational Training 
Industrial Training Institutes (ITIs): Located in Daman, Silvassa, and Diu, these institutes offer craftsman training in various technical trades to support the local manufacturing sector

The UTs of Daman & Diu and Dadar & Nagar Haveli, situated near the states of Maharashtra and Gujarat, provides incredible location benefits. Corridor of high-speed rail passes through Naroli town of DNH, which has station at Vapi located 10 km from Daman and 10 km from Silvassa, providing necessary speed and movement to goods, trade and people. Delhi-Mumbai Industrial Corridor is passing just 18 km away from border of DNH, giving the UT the potential to be developed as a Multi-Modal Logistics Hub. The Western Dedicated Rail Freight Corridor and the Mumbai Vadodara Expressway aim to create easy connection for the UT.

The ports of Daman and Diu are declared minor ports and nearest ports to the UT currently at JNPT, Hazira for Daman and DNH and Pipava for Diu. Nargol, one of the 8 greenfield ports being developed by Gujarat Maritime Board is located just 35 km away from Silvassa and 24 km away from Daman. Nearest airports are Diu, Mumbai, Rajkot and Surat Airports. 

DNH (866 km of internal roadlength), Daman(190 km of internal roadlength) - nearest highway is NH 848A & NH 48, for Diu (61 km of internal roadlength) - NH 251, NH 51. Proposed eight lane Baroda-Mumbai expressway will pass through the states of Maharashtra, Gujarat and Dadra & Nagar.

Diu's exceptional milestone as the first district in India to meet its entire power demand with solar energy, achieving 11.88 MW (9 MW ground-mounted + 2.88 MW rooftop) capacity. The Union Territory of Dadra and Nagar Haveli and Daman and Diu (DNH & DD) has implemented several sustainability initiatives aimed at renewable energy, waste management, and socio-economic empowerment. These efforts are guided by long-term strategic frameworks like Vision 2047, which targets significant environmental and industrial milestones. The UT is aggressively expanding its green energy footprint to reduce carbon dependency: Solar Power Expansion: Renewable energy capacity is targeted to grow from approximately 52 MW to 500 MW by 2047. Electric Mobility: The UT administration aims to transition to 100% electric public transport. Entire UT has been declared Open Defecation Free (ODF)and Kerosene free.
 
Waste & Environmental Management, Sustainable waste processing and resource conservation are core priorities:  100% Waste Processing: The UT has achieved full processing of waste, supporting a circular economy vision. LED Street Lighting: Initiatives like the 100% LED Street Lights program in Devka Village have earned national recognition, such as the Best Tourism Village 2023 award. District Environment Plans: Specific plans covering solid, plastic, e-waste, and hazardous waste management are monitored by District Environment Committees. Afforestation: Goals include increasing forest and tree cover to 40% by 2047, with plans to plant 10 million seedlings. 
Van Dhan Yojana: This initiative creates sustainable livelihoods for forest-based tribes by establishing Van Dhan Kendras for the value addition and marketing of forest products.

Sylvian Didi Initiative: This program empowers women street vendors in Daman by providing training in preparing nutritious food and ergonomic, aesthetically designed carts.  Industrial Sustainability - Given that manufacturing is the primary economic driver, the UT enforces strict environmental regulations: 
Re-categorisation of Industries: Industries are classified based on pollution potential, with mandatory requirements for Effluent Treatment Plants (ETP) and Sewage Treatment Plants (STP) for high-potential units.
Energy & Water Savings: Financial assistance is provided to MSMEs to encourage savings in energy and water consumption.