Idukki
Idukki is a district in the Kerala State of India. The total area of Idukki district is 4,356 km², which includes 4,320.57 km² of rural area and 35.43 km² of urban area. There are about 64 villages in Idukki district.
For administrative convenience, Idukki 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 4 talukas in Idukki district. Here is the list of all Idukki Talukas / Blocks / C.D.Blocks along with area & population information.
List of CD Blocks / Talukas in Idukki District
| # | Taluka (CD Block) | Area (km²) | Population (2011) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Devikulam | 1,052 | 1,77,621 |
| 2 | Peerumade | 1,403 | 1,75,622 |
| 3 | Thodupuzha | 885 | 3,25,951 |
| 4 | Udumbanchola | 1,077 | 4,29,780 |
Largest & Smallest Tehsils
Peerumade is the largest taluka in idukki district, covering an area of 1402.62 km², while Thodupuzha is the smallest taluka in the district, with an area of 884.93 km². Udumbanchola is the most populous, whereas Peerumade is the least populous taluka in idukki district.
| Particulars | Area | Population |
|---|---|---|
| Lartest Tehsil | Peerumade | Udumbanchola |
| Smallest Tehsil | Thodupuzha | Thodupuzha |
Population of Idukki District
The population of Idukki 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 Idukki, 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 | 11,08,974 | 10,56,929 | 52,045 |
| Total Male Population | 5,52,808 | 5,27,245 | 25,563 |
| Total Female Population | 5,56,166 | 5,29,684 | 26,482 |
| Child Population (Age 0–6) | 1,05,641 | 1,00,459 | 5,182 |
| Male Child Population (Age 0–6) | 53,785 | 51,160 | 2,625 |
| Female Child Population (Age 0–6) | 51,856 | 49,299 | 2,557 |
| Literate Population | 9,23,010 | 8,78,211 | 44,799 |
| Literate Male Population | 4,71,881 | 4,49,642 | 22,239 |
| Literate Female Population | 4,51,129 | 4,28,569 | 22,560 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,85,964 | 1,78,718 | 7,246 |
| Illiterate Male Population | 80,927 | 77,603 | 3,324 |
| Illiterate Female Population | 1,05,037 | 1,01,115 | 3,922 |
| Households | 2,79,812 | 2,67,208 | 12,604 |
Here's a detailed summary of Basic Population Details of Idukki district based on Census 2011:
- Total population of Idukki district is 11,08,974, including 5,52,808 males and 5,56,166 females. In rural areas, it is 10,56,929, including 5,27,245 males and 5,29,684 females. In urban areas, it is 52,045, including 25,563 males and 26,482 females.
- Child population (0–6 years) in Idukki district is 1,05,641, including 53,785 boys and 51,856 girls. In rural areas, it is 1,00,459, including 51,160 boys and 49,299 girls. In urban areas, it is 5,182, including 2,625 boys and 2,557 girls.
- Literate population in Idukki district is around 9,23,010, including 4,71,881 males and 4,51,129 females. In rural areas, it is 8,78,211, including 4,49,642 males and 4,28,569 females. In urban areas, it is 44,799, including 22,239 males and 22,560 females.
- Illiterate population in Idukki district is about 1,85,964, including 80,927 males and 1,05,037 females. In rural areas, it is 1,78,718, including 77,603 males and 1,01,115 females. In urban areas, it is 7,246, including 3,324 males and 3,922 females.
- There are about 2,79,812 households in Idukki district, including 2,67,208 in rural areas and 12,604 in urban areas.
Social Structure and Density
This part highlights the distribution of Scheduled Caste (SC) and Scheduled Tribe (ST) populations within Idukki. 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 | 1,45,486 | 1,43,340 | 2,146 |
| SC Male Population | 72,399 | 71,354 | 1,045 |
| SC Female Population | 73,087 | 71,986 | 1,101 |
| Total ST Population | 55,815 | 55,243 | 572 |
| ST Male Population | 27,995 | 27,735 | 260 |
| ST Female Population | 27,820 | 27,508 | 312 |
| Population Density | 255 / km² | 245 / km² | 1,469 / km² |
Here's a detailed summary of the social structure and population density of Idukki district based on Census 2011:
- Scheduled Caste (SC) population in Idukki district is approximately 1,45,486, including 72,399 males and 73,087 females. In rural areas, it is 1,43,340, including 71,354 males and 71,986 females. In urban areas, it is 2,146, including 1,045 males and 1,101 females.
- Scheduled Tribe (ST) population in Idukki district is about 55,815, including 27,995 males and 27,820 females. In rural areas, it is 55,243, including 27,735 males and 27,508 females. In urban areas, it is 572, including 260 males and 312 females.
- Overall population density of Idukki district is around 255 people per km². Rural areas have about 245 people per km². Urban areas have about 1,469 people per km².