Kollam
Kollam is a district in the Kerala State of India. The total area of Kollam district is 2,483 km², which includes 2,066.75 km² of rural area and 416.25 km² of urban area. There are about 69 villages in Kollam district.
For administrative convenience, Kollam 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 5 talukas in Kollam district. Here is the list of all Kollam Talukas / Blocks / C.D.Blocks along with area & population information.
List of CD Blocks / Talukas in Kollam District
| # | Taluka (CD Block) | Area (km²) | Population (2011) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Karunagappally | 180 | 4,28,802 |
| 2 | Kollam | 380 | 9,87,779 |
| 3 | Kottarakkara | 551 | 5,86,434 |
| 4 | Kunnathur | 138 | 1,99,456 |
| 5 | Pathanapuram | 1,236 | 4,32,904 |
Largest & Smallest Tehsils in Kollam District
Pathanapuram is the largest taluka in kollam district by area, while Kollam is the largest by population. Kunnathur is the smallest taluka in kollam district by both area and population.
| Particulars | Area | Population |
|---|---|---|
| Lartest Tehsil | Pathanapuram | Kollam |
| Smallest Tehsil | Kunnathur | Kunnathur |
Population of Kollam District
The population of Kollam 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 Kollam, 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 | 26,35,375 | 14,48,217 | 11,87,158 |
| Total Male Population | 12,46,968 | 6,80,687 | 5,66,281 |
| Total Female Population | 13,88,407 | 7,67,530 | 6,20,877 |
| Child Population (Age 0–6) | 2,54,260 | 1,37,559 | 1,16,701 |
| Male Child Population (Age 0–6) | 1,28,899 | 69,705 | 59,194 |
| Female Child Population (Age 0–6) | 1,25,361 | 67,854 | 57,507 |
| Literate Population | 22,40,273 | 12,33,362 | 10,06,911 |
| Literate Male Population | 10,74,345 | 5,87,387 | 4,86,958 |
| Literate Female Population | 11,65,928 | 6,45,975 | 5,19,953 |
| Illiterate Population | 3,95,102 | 2,14,855 | 1,80,247 |
| Illiterate Male Population | 1,72,623 | 93,300 | 79,323 |
| Illiterate Female Population | 2,22,479 | 1,21,555 | 1,00,924 |
| Households | 6,69,375 | 3,76,679 | 2,92,696 |
Here's a detailed summary of Basic Population Details of Kollam district based on Census 2011:
- Total population of Kollam district is 26,35,375, including 12,46,968 males and 13,88,407 females. In rural areas, it is 14,48,217, including 6,80,687 males and 7,67,530 females. In urban areas, it is 11,87,158, including 5,66,281 males and 6,20,877 females.
- Child population (0–6 years) in Kollam district is 2,54,260, including 1,28,899 boys and 1,25,361 girls. In rural areas, it is 1,37,559, including 69,705 boys and 67,854 girls. In urban areas, it is 1,16,701, including 59,194 boys and 57,507 girls.
- Literate population in Kollam district is around 22,40,273, including 10,74,345 males and 11,65,928 females. In rural areas, it is 12,33,362, including 5,87,387 males and 6,45,975 females. In urban areas, it is 10,06,911, including 4,86,958 males and 5,19,953 females.
- Illiterate population in Kollam district is about 3,95,102, including 1,72,623 males and 2,22,479 females. In rural areas, it is 2,14,855, including 93,300 males and 1,21,555 females. In urban areas, it is 1,80,247, including 79,323 males and 1,00,924 females.
- There are about 6,69,375 households in Kollam district, including 3,76,679 in rural areas and 2,92,696 in urban areas.
Social Structure and Density
This part highlights the distribution of Scheduled Caste (SC) and Scheduled Tribe (ST) populations within Kollam. 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 | 3,28,263 | 2,08,474 | 1,19,789 |
| SC Male Population | 1,57,801 | 99,761 | 58,040 |
| SC Female Population | 1,70,462 | 1,08,713 | 61,749 |
| Total ST Population | 10,761 | 7,886 | 2,875 |
| ST Male Population | 5,195 | 3,821 | 1,374 |
| ST Female Population | 5,566 | 4,065 | 1,501 |
| Population Density | 1,061 / km² | 701 / km² | 2,852 / km² |
Here's a detailed summary of the social structure and population density of Kollam district based on Census 2011:
- Scheduled Caste (SC) population in Kollam district is approximately 3,28,263, including 1,57,801 males and 1,70,462 females. In rural areas, it is 2,08,474, including 99,761 males and 1,08,713 females. In urban areas, it is 1,19,789, including 58,040 males and 61,749 females.
- Scheduled Tribe (ST) population in Kollam district is about 10,761, including 5,195 males and 5,566 females. In rural areas, it is 7,886, including 3,821 males and 4,065 females. In urban areas, it is 2,875, including 1,374 males and 1,501 females.
- Overall population density of Kollam district is around 1,061 people per km². Rural areas have about 701 people per km². Urban areas have about 2,852 people per km².