Thiruvananthapuram
Thiruvananthapuram is a district in the Kerala State of India. Total area of Thiruvananthapuram is 2,189 km² including 1,611.54 km² rural area and 577.46 km² urban area. As per 2011 stats, Thiruvananthapuram has a population of 33,01,427 peoples, out of which urban population is 17,71,596 while rural population is 15,29,831. Thiruvananthapuram has a sex ratio of approximately 1087 females for every 1,000 males. The district has a population density of 1508 inhabitants per square kilometre. There are about 8,37,877 houses in the district, including 4,46,914 urban houses and 3,90,963 rural houses. When it comes to villages, there are about 68 villages in thiruvananthapuram district.
The Thiruvananthapuram district is further divided in to Talukas / Blocks / PS / Community Development Blocks (C.D.Blocks) for administrative purposes. In India, the Block or C.D.Block is often the next level of administrative division after the tehsil. It is important to note that, In some states of India C.D.Blocks are equal to tehsils.
For those who don't know, the C.D.Block is a rural area earmarked for administration and development in India. The area is administered by a BDO (Block Development Officer). A C.D.Block covers several gram panchayats, local administrative unit at the village level.
Nedumangad is the largest taluka in thiruvananthapuram district covering area of 926.77 km² while Thiruvananthapuram is the smallest taluka in thiruvananthapuram district covering area of 307.55 km². Thiruvananthapuram is the most populous whereas Chirayinkeezhu is the least populous taluka in thiruvananthapuram district. There are 4 talukas in Thiruvananthapuram district. Here is the list of all Thiruvananthapuram Talukas / Blocks / C.D.Blocks along with area & population information.
List of CD Blocks / Talukas in Thiruvananthapuram District
| # | Taluka (CD Block) | Area (km²) | Population (2011) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Chirayinkeezhu | 381 | 6,34,270 |
| 2 | Nedumangad | 927 | 6,45,326 |
| 3 | Neyyattinkara | 571 | 8,80,986 |
| 4 | Thiruvananthapuram | 308 | 11,40,845 |
Population of Thiruvananthapuram District
The population of Thiruvananthapuram 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 Thiruvananthapuram, 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 | 33,01,427 | 15,29,831 | 17,71,596 |
| Total Male Population | 15,81,678 | 7,24,864 | 8,56,814 |
| Total Female Population | 17,19,749 | 8,04,967 | 9,14,782 |
| Child Population (Age 0–6) | 3,07,061 | 1,47,990 | 1,59,071 |
| Male Child Population (Age 0–6) | 1,56,377 | 75,300 | 81,077 |
| Female Child Population (Age 0–6) | 1,50,684 | 72,690 | 77,994 |
| Literate Population | 27,85,408 | 12,67,422 | 15,17,986 |
| Literate Male Population | 13,54,857 | 6,10,856 | 7,44,001 |
| Literate Female Population | 14,30,551 | 6,56,566 | 7,73,985 |
| Illiterate Population | 5,16,019 | 2,62,409 | 2,53,610 |
| Illiterate Male Population | 2,26,821 | 1,14,008 | 1,12,813 |
| Illiterate Female Population | 2,89,198 | 1,48,401 | 1,40,797 |
| Households | 8,37,877 | 3,90,963 | 4,46,914 |
Social Structure and Density
This part highlights the distribution of Scheduled Caste (SC) and Scheduled Tribe (ST) populations within Thiruvananthapuram. 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 | 3,72,977 | 1,79,917 | 1,93,060 |
| SC Male Population | 1,78,589 | 85,280 | 93,309 |
| SC Female Population | 1,94,388 | 94,637 | 99,751 |
| Total ST Population | 26,759 | 20,022 | 6,737 |
| ST Male Population | 12,624 | 9,359 | 3,265 |
| ST Female Population | 14,135 | 10,663 | 3,472 |
| Population Density | 1,508 / km² | 949 / km² | 3,068 / km² |