Kodagu
Kodagu is a district in the Karnataka State of India. The total area of Kodagu district is 4,102 km², which includes 4,075.40 km² of rural area and 26.60 km² of urban area. There are about 291 villages in Kodagu district.
For administrative convenience, Kodagu district is divided into Tehsils, Blocks, PS, and Community Development Blocks (C.D. Blocks). In many states, Blocks or C.D. Blocks are treated the same as tehsils, though they may have slightly different roles depending on the region.
A Community Development Block is a rural area set aside for administration and development. Each block is managed by a Block Development Officer (BDO) and includes several gram panchayats, which are the local governing bodies at the village level.
There are 3 talukas in Kodagu district. Here is the list of all Kodagu Talukas / Blocks / C.D.Blocks along with area & population information.
List of CD Blocks / Talukas in Kodagu District
| # | Taluka (CD Block) | Area (km²) | Population (2011) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Madikeri | 1,445 | 1,46,583 |
| 2 | Somvarpet | 1,003 | 2,06,505 |
| 3 | Virajpet | 1,654 | 2,01,431 |
Largest & Smallest Tehsils
Virajpet is the largest taluka in kodagu district, covering an area of 1654.00 km², while Somvarpet is the smallest taluka in the district, with an area of 1003.00 km². Somvarpet is the most populous, whereas Madikeri is the least populous taluka in kodagu district.
| Particulars | Area | Population |
|---|---|---|
| Lartest Tehsil | Virajpet | Somvarpet |
| Smallest Tehsil | Somvarpet | Somvarpet |
Population of Kodagu District
The population of Kodagu offers a clear picture of how people are spread across its villages and towns. In the sections below, you’ll find details about total population, gender-wise distribution, child population, literacy rates, social groups like SC and ST, household count, and population density. Together, this information helps understand the structure and diversity of the district.
Basic Population Details
This section covers important demographic figures of Kodagu, including the number of males and females, children aged 0–6, total households, and literacy status in rural and urban areas. These indicators highlight the human development status and help identify gaps in basic services like education and housing.
| Particulars | Total | Rural | Urban |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 5,54,519 | 4,73,531 | 80,988 |
| Total Male Population | 2,74,608 | 2,34,161 | 40,447 |
| Total Female Population | 2,79,911 | 2,39,370 | 40,541 |
| Child Population (Age 0–6) | 54,733 | 46,781 | 7,952 |
| Male Child Population (Age 0–6) | 27,676 | 23,648 | 4,028 |
| Female Child Population (Age 0–6) | 27,057 | 23,133 | 3,924 |
| Literate Population | 4,12,877 | 3,46,061 | 66,816 |
| Literate Male Population | 2,15,302 | 1,80,920 | 34,382 |
| Literate Female Population | 1,97,575 | 1,65,141 | 32,434 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,41,642 | 1,27,470 | 14,172 |
| Illiterate Male Population | 59,306 | 53,241 | 6,065 |
| Illiterate Female Population | 82,336 | 74,229 | 8,107 |
| Households | 1,42,716 | 1,21,989 | 20,727 |
Here's a detailed summary of Basic Population Details of Kodagu district based on Census 2011:
- Total population of Kodagu district is 5,54,519, including 2,74,608 males and 2,79,911 females. In rural areas, it is 4,73,531, including 2,34,161 males and 2,39,370 females. In urban areas, it is 80,988, including 40,447 males and 40,541 females.
- Child population (0–6 years) in Kodagu district is 54,733, including 27,676 boys and 27,057 girls. In rural areas, it is 46,781, including 23,648 boys and 23,133 girls. In urban areas, it is 7,952, including 4,028 boys and 3,924 girls.
- Literate population in Kodagu district is around 4,12,877, including 2,15,302 males and 1,97,575 females. In rural areas, it is 3,46,061, including 1,80,920 males and 1,65,141 females. In urban areas, it is 66,816, including 34,382 males and 32,434 females.
- Illiterate population in Kodagu district is about 1,41,642, including 59,306 males and 82,336 females. In rural areas, it is 1,27,470, including 53,241 males and 74,229 females. In urban areas, it is 14,172, including 6,065 males and 8,107 females.
- There are about 1,42,716 households in Kodagu district, including 1,21,989 in rural areas and 20,727 in urban areas.
Social Structure and Density
This part highlights the distribution of Scheduled Caste (SC) and Scheduled Tribe (ST) populations within Kodagu. It also includes data on how densely people live in rural versus urban areas. Together, these figures offer insights into community spread and the pressure on local infrastructure and services.
| Particulars | Total | Rural | Urban |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total SC Population | 73,584 | 64,618 | 8,966 |
| SC Male Population | 35,759 | 31,359 | 4,400 |
| SC Female Population | 37,825 | 33,259 | 4,566 |
| Total ST Population | 58,054 | 56,298 | 1,756 |
| ST Male Population | 28,510 | 27,643 | 867 |
| ST Female Population | 29,544 | 28,655 | 889 |
| Population Density | 135 / km² | 116 / km² | 3,045 / km² |
Here's a detailed summary of the social structure and population density of Kodagu district based on Census 2011:
- Scheduled Caste (SC) population in Kodagu district is approximately 73,584, including 35,759 males and 37,825 females. In rural areas, it is 64,618, including 31,359 males and 33,259 females. In urban areas, it is 8,966, including 4,400 males and 4,566 females.
- Scheduled Tribe (ST) population in Kodagu district is about 58,054, including 28,510 males and 29,544 females. In rural areas, it is 56,298, including 27,643 males and 28,655 females. In urban areas, it is 1,756, including 867 males and 889 females.
- Overall population density of Kodagu district is around 135 people per km². Rural areas have about 116 people per km². Urban areas have about 3,045 people per km².