Ariyalur
Ariyalur is a district in the Tamil Nadu State of India. The total area of Ariyalur district is 1,940 km², which includes 1,886.69 km² of rural area and 53.31 km² of urban area. There are about 189 villages in Ariyalur district.
For administrative convenience, Ariyalur 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 3 talukas in Ariyalur district. Here is the list of all Ariyalur Talukas / Blocks / C.D.Blocks along with area & population information.
List of CD Blocks / Talukas in Ariyalur District
| # | Taluka (CD Block) | Area (km²) | Population (2011) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Ariyalur | 684 | 2,55,809 |
| 2 | Sendurai | 317 | 1,11,891 |
| 3 | Udayarpalayam | 939 | 3,87,194 |
Largest & Smallest Tehsils
Udayarpalayam is the largest taluka in ariyalur district by both area and population. Sendurai is the smallest taluka in ariyalur district by both area and population.
| Particulars | Area | Population |
|---|---|---|
| Lartest Tehsil | Udayarpalayam | Udayarpalayam |
| Smallest Tehsil | Sendurai | Sendurai |
Population of Ariyalur District
The population of Ariyalur 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 Ariyalur, 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 | 7,54,894 | 6,71,100 | 83,794 |
| Total Male Population | 3,74,703 | 3,33,253 | 41,450 |
| Total Female Population | 3,80,191 | 3,37,847 | 42,344 |
| Child Population (Age 0–6) | 81,187 | 72,575 | 8,612 |
| Male Child Population (Age 0–6) | 42,808 | 38,306 | 4,502 |
| Female Child Population (Age 0–6) | 38,379 | 34,269 | 4,110 |
| Literate Population | 4,80,604 | 4,19,413 | 61,191 |
| Literate Male Population | 2,69,582 | 2,37,071 | 32,511 |
| Literate Female Population | 2,11,022 | 1,82,342 | 28,680 |
| Illiterate Population | 2,74,290 | 2,51,687 | 22,603 |
| Illiterate Male Population | 1,05,121 | 96,182 | 8,939 |
| Illiterate Female Population | 1,69,169 | 1,55,505 | 13,664 |
| Households | 1,97,090 | 1,75,903 | 21,187 |
Here's a detailed summary of Basic Population Details of Ariyalur district based on Census 2011:
- Total population of Ariyalur district is 7,54,894, including 3,74,703 males and 3,80,191 females. In rural areas, it is 6,71,100, including 3,33,253 males and 3,37,847 females. In urban areas, it is 83,794, including 41,450 males and 42,344 females.
- Child population (0–6 years) in Ariyalur district is 81,187, including 42,808 boys and 38,379 girls. In rural areas, it is 72,575, including 38,306 boys and 34,269 girls. In urban areas, it is 8,612, including 4,502 boys and 4,110 girls.
- Literate population in Ariyalur district is around 4,80,604, including 2,69,582 males and 2,11,022 females. In rural areas, it is 4,19,413, including 2,37,071 males and 1,82,342 females. In urban areas, it is 61,191, including 32,511 males and 28,680 females.
- Illiterate population in Ariyalur district is about 2,74,290, including 1,05,121 males and 1,69,169 females. In rural areas, it is 2,51,687, including 96,182 males and 1,55,505 females. In urban areas, it is 22,603, including 8,939 males and 13,664 females.
- There are about 1,97,090 households in Ariyalur district, including 1,75,903 in rural areas and 21,187 in urban areas.
Social Structure and Density
This part highlights the distribution of Scheduled Caste (SC) and Scheduled Tribe (ST) populations within Ariyalur. 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 | 1,76,230 | 1,63,770 | 12,460 |
| SC Male Population | 88,076 | 81,857 | 6,219 |
| SC Female Population | 88,154 | 81,913 | 6,241 |
| Total ST Population | 10,722 | 9,946 | 776 |
| ST Male Population | 5,274 | 4,897 | 377 |
| ST Female Population | 5,448 | 5,049 | 399 |
| Population Density | 389 / km² | 356 / km² | 1,572 / km² |
Here's a detailed summary of the social structure and population density of Ariyalur district based on Census 2011:
- Scheduled Caste (SC) population in Ariyalur district is approximately 1,76,230, including 88,076 males and 88,154 females. In rural areas, it is 1,63,770, including 81,857 males and 81,913 females. In urban areas, it is 12,460, including 6,219 males and 6,241 females.
- Scheduled Tribe (ST) population in Ariyalur district is about 10,722, including 5,274 males and 5,448 females. In rural areas, it is 9,946, including 4,897 males and 5,049 females. In urban areas, it is 776, including 377 males and 399 females.
- Overall population density of Ariyalur district is around 389 people per km². Rural areas have about 356 people per km². Urban areas have about 1,572 people per km².