Yanam

Yanam is a district in the Puducherry Union Territory of India. The total area of Yanam district is 30 km².

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

List of CD Blocks / Talukas in Yanam District

#Taluka (CD Block)Area (km²)Population (2011)
1Yanam Taluk3055,626

Largest & Smallest Tehsils

Particulars Area Population
Lartest Tehsil Yanam Taluk Yanam Taluk
Smallest Tehsil Yanam Taluk Yanam Taluk

Population of Yanam District

The population of Yanam 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 Yanam, 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 55,626 N/A 55,626
Total Male Population 27,301 N/A 27,301
Total Female Population 28,325 N/A 28,325
Child Population (Age 0–6) 6,204 N/A 6,204
Male Child Population (Age 0–6) 3,230 N/A 3,230
Female Child Population (Age 0–6) 2,974 N/A 2,974
Literate Population 39,274 N/A 39,274
Literate Male Population 19,919 N/A 19,919
Literate Female Population 19,355 N/A 19,355
Illiterate Population 16,352 N/A 16,352
Illiterate Male Population 7,382 N/A 7,382
Illiterate Female Population 8,970 N/A 8,970
Households 13,812 N/A 13,812

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

  • Total population of Yanam district is 55,626, including 27,301 males and 28,325 females. In urban areas, it is 55,626, including 27,301 males and 28,325 females.
  • Child population (0–6 years) in Yanam district is 6,204, including 3,230 boys and 2,974 girls. In urban areas, it is 6,204, including 3,230 boys and 2,974 girls.
  • Literate population in Yanam district is around 39,274, including 19,919 males and 19,355 females. In urban areas, it is 39,274, including 19,919 males and 19,355 females.
  • Illiterate population in Yanam district is about 16,352, including 7,382 males and 8,970 females. In urban areas, it is 16,352, including 7,382 males and 8,970 females.
  • There are about 13,812 households in Yanam district.

Social Structure and Density

This part highlights the distribution of Scheduled Caste (SC) and Scheduled Tribe (ST) populations within Yanam. 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 8,427 N/A 8,427
SC Male Population 4,100 N/A 4,100
SC Female Population 4,327 N/A 4,327
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 1,854 / km² N/A 1,854 / km²

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

  • Scheduled Caste (SC) population in Yanam district is approximately 8,427, including 4,100 males and 4,327 females. In urban areas, it is 8,427, including 4,100 males and 4,327 females.
  • Overall population density of Yanam district is around 1,854 people per km². Urban areas have about 1,854 people per km².