Mahe

Mahe is a district in the Puducherry Union Territory of India. The total area of Mahe district is 9 km².

For administrative convenience, Mahe 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 1 talukas in Mahe district. Here is the list of all Mahe Talukas / Blocks / C.D.Blocks along with area & population information.

List of CD Blocks / Talukas in Mahe District

#Taluka (CD Block)Area (km²)Population (2011)
1Mahe Taluk941,816

Largest & Smallest Tehsils

Particulars Area Population
Lartest Tehsil Mahe Taluk Mahe Taluk
Smallest Tehsil Mahe Taluk Mahe Taluk

Population of Mahe District

The population of Mahe 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 Mahe, 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 41,816 N/A 41,816
Total Male Population 19,143 N/A 19,143
Total Female Population 22,673 N/A 22,673
Child Population (Age 0–6) 4,553 N/A 4,553
Male Child Population (Age 0–6) 2,302 N/A 2,302
Female Child Population (Age 0–6) 2,251 N/A 2,251
Literate Population 36,470 N/A 36,470
Literate Male Population 16,610 N/A 16,610
Literate Female Population 19,860 N/A 19,860
Illiterate Population 5,346 N/A 5,346
Illiterate Male Population 2,533 N/A 2,533
Illiterate Female Population 2,813 N/A 2,813
Households 7,420 N/A 7,420

Here's a detailed summary of Basic Population Details of Mahe district based on Census 2011:

  • Total population of Mahe district is 41,816, including 19,143 males and 22,673 females. In urban areas, it is 41,816, including 19,143 males and 22,673 females.
  • Child population (0–6 years) in Mahe district is 4,553, including 2,302 boys and 2,251 girls. In urban areas, it is 4,553, including 2,302 boys and 2,251 girls.
  • Literate population in Mahe district is around 36,470, including 16,610 males and 19,860 females. In urban areas, it is 36,470, including 16,610 males and 19,860 females.
  • Illiterate population in Mahe district is about 5,346, including 2,533 males and 2,813 females. In urban areas, it is 5,346, including 2,533 males and 2,813 females.
  • There are about 7,420 households in Mahe district.

Social Structure and Density

This part highlights the distribution of Scheduled Caste (SC) and Scheduled Tribe (ST) populations within Mahe. 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 144 N/A 144
SC Male Population 77 N/A 77
SC Female Population 67 N/A 67
Total ST Population N/A N/A N/A
ST Male Population N/A N/A N/A
ST Female Population N/A N/A N/A
Population Density 4,646 / km² N/A 4,646 / km²

Here's a detailed summary of the social structure and population density of Mahe district based on Census 2011:

  • Scheduled Caste (SC) population in Mahe district is approximately 144, including 77 males and 67 females. In urban areas, it is 144, including 77 males and 67 females.
  • Overall population density of Mahe district is around 4,646 people per km². Urban areas have about 4,646 people per km².