Pathanamthitta
Pathanamthitta is a district in the Kerala State of India. The total area of Pathanamthitta district is 2,652 km², which includes 2,570.79 km² of rural area and 81.21 km² of urban area. There are about 64 villages in Pathanamthitta district.
For administrative convenience, Pathanamthitta 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 Pathanamthitta district. Here is the list of all Pathanamthitta Talukas / Blocks / C.D.Blocks along with area & population information.
List of CD Blocks / Talukas in Pathanamthitta District
| # | Taluka (CD Block) | Area (km²) | Population (2011) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Adoor | 309 | 3,02,936 |
| 2 | Kozhenchery | 1,015 | 3,38,560 |
| 3 | Mallappally | 169 | 1,34,219 |
| 4 | Ranni | 1,050 | 1,98,194 |
| 5 | Thiruvalla | 152 | 2,23,503 |
Largest & Smallest Tehsils
Ranni is the largest taluka in pathanamthitta district, covering an area of 1049.91 km², while Thiruvalla is the smallest taluka in the district, with an area of 151.95 km². Kozhenchery is the most populous, whereas Mallappally is the least populous taluka in pathanamthitta district.
| Particulars | Area | Population |
|---|---|---|
| Lartest Tehsil | Ranni | Kozhenchery |
| Smallest Tehsil | Thiruvalla | Thiruvalla |
Population of Pathanamthitta District
The population of Pathanamthitta 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 Pathanamthitta, 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 | 11,97,412 | 10,65,799 | 1,31,613 |
| Total Male Population | 5,61,716 | 4,99,820 | 61,896 |
| Total Female Population | 6,35,696 | 5,65,979 | 69,717 |
| Child Population (Age 0–6) | 96,837 | 86,181 | 10,656 |
| Male Child Population (Age 0–6) | 49,002 | 43,601 | 5,401 |
| Female Child Population (Age 0–6) | 47,835 | 42,580 | 5,255 |
| Literate Population | 10,62,553 | 9,45,351 | 1,17,202 |
| Literate Male Population | 4,99,181 | 4,44,022 | 55,159 |
| Literate Female Population | 5,63,372 | 5,01,329 | 62,043 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,34,859 | 1,20,448 | 14,411 |
| Illiterate Male Population | 62,535 | 55,798 | 6,737 |
| Illiterate Female Population | 72,324 | 64,650 | 7,674 |
| Households | 3,22,684 | 2,87,615 | 35,069 |
Here's a detailed summary of Basic Population Details of Pathanamthitta district based on Census 2011:
- Total population of Pathanamthitta district is 11,97,412, including 5,61,716 males and 6,35,696 females. In rural areas, it is 10,65,799, including 4,99,820 males and 5,65,979 females. In urban areas, it is 1,31,613, including 61,896 males and 69,717 females.
- Child population (0–6 years) in Pathanamthitta district is 96,837, including 49,002 boys and 47,835 girls. In rural areas, it is 86,181, including 43,601 boys and 42,580 girls. In urban areas, it is 10,656, including 5,401 boys and 5,255 girls.
- Literate population in Pathanamthitta district is around 10,62,553, including 4,99,181 males and 5,63,372 females. In rural areas, it is 9,45,351, including 4,44,022 males and 5,01,329 females. In urban areas, it is 1,17,202, including 55,159 males and 62,043 females.
- Illiterate population in Pathanamthitta district is about 1,34,859, including 62,535 males and 72,324 females. In rural areas, it is 1,20,448, including 55,798 males and 64,650 females. In urban areas, it is 14,411, including 6,737 males and 7,674 females.
- There are about 3,22,684 households in Pathanamthitta district, including 2,87,615 in rural areas and 35,069 in urban areas.
Social Structure and Density
This part highlights the distribution of Scheduled Caste (SC) and Scheduled Tribe (ST) populations within Pathanamthitta. 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 | 1,64,465 | 1,51,844 | 12,621 |
| SC Male Population | 78,942 | 72,784 | 6,158 |
| SC Female Population | 85,523 | 79,060 | 6,463 |
| Total ST Population | 8,108 | 7,663 | 445 |
| ST Male Population | 3,947 | 3,732 | 215 |
| ST Female Population | 4,161 | 3,931 | 230 |
| Population Density | 452 / km² | 415 / km² | 1,621 / km² |
Here's a detailed summary of the social structure and population density of Pathanamthitta district based on Census 2011:
- Scheduled Caste (SC) population in Pathanamthitta district is approximately 1,64,465, including 78,942 males and 85,523 females. In rural areas, it is 1,51,844, including 72,784 males and 79,060 females. In urban areas, it is 12,621, including 6,158 males and 6,463 females.
- Scheduled Tribe (ST) population in Pathanamthitta district is about 8,108, including 3,947 males and 4,161 females. In rural areas, it is 7,663, including 3,732 males and 3,931 females. In urban areas, it is 445, including 215 males and 230 females.
- Overall population density of Pathanamthitta district is around 452 people per km². Rural areas have about 415 people per km². Urban areas have about 1,621 people per km².