Ernakulam
Ernakulam is a district in the Kerala State of India. The total area of Ernakulam district is 3,063 km², which includes 2,137.74 km² of rural area and 925.26 km² of urban area. There are about 61 villages in Ernakulam district.
For administrative convenience, Ernakulam 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.
Kothamangalam is the largest taluka in ernakulam district covering area of 927.91 km² while Kochi is the smallest taluka in ernakulam district covering area of 129.38 km². Kanayannur is the most populous whereas Kothamangalam is the least populous taluka in ernakulam district. There are 7 talukas in Ernakulam district. Here is the list of all Ernakulam Talukas / Blocks / C.D.Blocks along with area & population information.
List of CD Blocks / Talukas in Ernakulam District
| # | Taluka (CD Block) | Area (km²) | Population (2011) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Aluva | 532 | 4,68,408 |
| 2 | Kanayannur | 303 | 8,51,406 |
| 3 | Kochi | 129 | 5,08,212 |
| 4 | Kothamangalam | 928 | 2,38,403 |
| 5 | Kunnathunad | 464 | 4,69,164 |
| 6 | Muvattupuzha | 522 | 3,36,224 |
| 7 | Paravur | 173 | 4,10,571 |
Population of Ernakulam District
The population of Ernakulam 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 Ernakulam, 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 | 32,82,388 | 10,48,025 | 22,34,363 |
| Total Male Population | 16,19,557 | 5,18,510 | 11,01,047 |
| Total Female Population | 16,62,831 | 5,29,515 | 11,33,316 |
| Child Population (Age 0–6) | 3,04,242 | 93,614 | 2,10,628 |
| Male Child Population (Age 0–6) | 1,55,182 | 47,778 | 1,07,404 |
| Female Child Population (Age 0–6) | 1,49,060 | 45,836 | 1,03,224 |
| Literate Population | 28,55,676 | 9,08,408 | 19,47,268 |
| Literate Male Population | 14,25,723 | 4,55,970 | 9,69,753 |
| Literate Female Population | 14,29,953 | 4,52,438 | 9,77,515 |
| Illiterate Population | 4,26,712 | 1,39,617 | 2,87,095 |
| Illiterate Male Population | 1,93,834 | 62,540 | 1,31,294 |
| Illiterate Female Population | 2,32,878 | 77,077 | 1,55,801 |
| Households | 8,14,011 | 2,59,915 | 5,54,096 |
Here's a detailed summary of Basic Population Details of Ernakulam district based on Census 2011:
- Total population of Ernakulam district is 32,82,388, including 16,19,557 males and 16,62,831 females. In rural areas, it is 10,48,025, including 5,18,510 males and 5,29,515 females. In urban areas, it is 22,34,363, including 11,01,047 males and 11,33,316 females.
- Child population (0–6 years) in Ernakulam district is 3,04,242, including 1,55,182 boys and 1,49,060 girls. In rural areas, it is 93,614, including 47,778 boys and 45,836 girls. In urban areas, it is 2,10,628, including 1,07,404 boys and 1,03,224 girls.
- Literate population in Ernakulam district is around 28,55,676, including 14,25,723 males and 14,29,953 females. In rural areas, it is 9,08,408, including 4,55,970 males and 4,52,438 females. In urban areas, it is 19,47,268, including 9,69,753 males and 9,77,515 females.
- Illiterate population in Ernakulam district is about 4,26,712, including 1,93,834 males and 2,32,878 females. In rural areas, it is 1,39,617, including 62,540 males and 77,077 females. In urban areas, it is 2,87,095, including 1,31,294 males and 1,55,801 females.
- There are about 8,14,011 households in Ernakulam district, including 2,59,915 in rural areas and 5,54,096 in urban areas.
Social Structure and Density
This part highlights the distribution of Scheduled Caste (SC) and Scheduled Tribe (ST) populations within Ernakulam. 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 | 2,68,411 | 1,02,403 | 1,66,008 |
| SC Male Population | 1,31,573 | 50,258 | 81,315 |
| SC Female Population | 1,36,838 | 52,145 | 84,693 |
| Total ST Population | 16,559 | 8,324 | 8,235 |
| ST Male Population | 8,349 | 4,225 | 4,124 |
| ST Female Population | 8,210 | 4,099 | 4,111 |
| Population Density | 1,072 / km² | 490 / km² | 2,415 / km² |
Here's a detailed summary of the social structure and population density of Ernakulam district based on Census 2011:
- Scheduled Caste (SC) population in Ernakulam district is approximately 2,68,411, including 1,31,573 males and 1,36,838 females. In rural areas, it is 1,02,403, including 50,258 males and 52,145 females. In urban areas, it is 1,66,008, including 81,315 males and 84,693 females.
- Scheduled Tribe (ST) population in Ernakulam district is about 16,559, including 8,349 males and 8,210 females. In rural areas, it is 8,324, including 4,225 males and 4,099 females. In urban areas, it is 8,235, including 4,124 males and 4,111 females.
- Overall population density of Ernakulam district is around 1,072 people per km². Rural areas have about 490 people per km². Urban areas have about 2,415 people per km².