Puducherry
Puducherry is a district in the Puducherry Union Territory of India. The total area of Puducherry district is 294 km², which includes 216.74 km² of rural area and 77.26 km² of urban area. There are about 62 villages in Puducherry district.
For administrative convenience, Puducherry 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 Puducherry district. Here is the list of all Puducherry Talukas / Blocks / C.D.Blocks along with area & population information.
List of CD Blocks / Talukas in Puducherry District
| # | Taluka (CD Block) | Area (km²) | Population (2011) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Bahour Taluk | 85 | 1,20,475 |
| 2 | Ozhukarai Taluk | 35 | 3,00,104 |
| 3 | Puducherry Taluk | 44 | 3,16,432 |
| 4 | Villianur Taluk | 130 | 2,13,278 |
Largest & Smallest Tehsils
Villianur Taluk is the largest taluka in puducherry district, covering an area of 130.40 km², while Ozhukarai Taluk is the smallest taluka in the district, with an area of 34.56 km². Puducherry Taluk is the most populous, whereas Bahour Taluk is the least populous taluka in puducherry district.
| Particulars | Area | Population |
|---|---|---|
| Lartest Tehsil | Villianur Taluk | Puducherry Taluk |
| Smallest Tehsil | Ozhukarai Taluk | Ozhukarai Taluk |
Population of Puducherry District
The population of Puducherry 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 Puducherry, 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 | 9,50,289 | 2,93,080 | 6,57,209 |
| Total Male Population | 4,68,258 | 1,44,769 | 3,23,489 |
| Total Female Population | 4,82,031 | 1,48,311 | 3,33,720 |
| Child Population (Age 0–6) | 99,838 | 33,003 | 66,835 |
| Male Child Population (Age 0–6) | 50,688 | 16,896 | 33,792 |
| Female Child Population (Age 0–6) | 49,150 | 16,107 | 33,043 |
| Literate Population | 7,26,649 | 2,03,781 | 5,22,868 |
| Literate Male Population | 3,80,946 | 1,10,274 | 2,70,672 |
| Literate Female Population | 3,45,703 | 93,507 | 2,52,196 |
| Illiterate Population | 2,23,640 | 89,299 | 1,34,341 |
| Illiterate Male Population | 87,312 | 34,495 | 52,817 |
| Illiterate Female Population | 1,36,328 | 54,804 | 81,524 |
| Households | 2,31,513 | 69,497 | 1,62,016 |
Here's a detailed summary of Basic Population Details of Puducherry district based on Census 2011:
- Total population of Puducherry district is 9,50,289, including 4,68,258 males and 4,82,031 females. In rural areas, it is 2,93,080, including 1,44,769 males and 1,48,311 females. In urban areas, it is 6,57,209, including 3,23,489 males and 3,33,720 females.
- Child population (0–6 years) in Puducherry district is 99,838, including 50,688 boys and 49,150 girls. In rural areas, it is 33,003, including 16,896 boys and 16,107 girls. In urban areas, it is 66,835, including 33,792 boys and 33,043 girls.
- Literate population in Puducherry district is around 7,26,649, including 3,80,946 males and 3,45,703 females. In rural areas, it is 2,03,781, including 1,10,274 males and 93,507 females. In urban areas, it is 5,22,868, including 2,70,672 males and 2,52,196 females.
- Illiterate population in Puducherry district is about 2,23,640, including 87,312 males and 1,36,328 females. In rural areas, it is 89,299, including 34,495 males and 54,804 females. In urban areas, it is 1,34,341, including 52,817 males and 81,524 females.
- There are about 2,31,513 households in Puducherry district, including 69,497 in rural areas and 1,62,016 in urban areas.
Social Structure and Density
This part highlights the distribution of Scheduled Caste (SC) and Scheduled Tribe (ST) populations within Puducherry. 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 | 1,52,406 | 85,624 | 66,782 |
| SC Male Population | 74,129 | 41,680 | 32,449 |
| SC Female Population | 78,277 | 43,944 | 34,333 |
| 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 | 3,232 / km² | 1,352 / km² | 8,506 / km² |
Here's a detailed summary of the social structure and population density of Puducherry district based on Census 2011:
- Scheduled Caste (SC) population in Puducherry district is approximately 1,52,406, including 74,129 males and 78,277 females. In rural areas, it is 85,624, including 41,680 males and 43,944 females. In urban areas, it is 66,782, including 32,449 males and 34,333 females.
- Overall population density of Puducherry district is around 3,232 people per km². Rural areas have about 1,352 people per km². Urban areas have about 8,506 people per km².