Cuddalore
Cuddalore is a district in the Tamil Nadu State of India. Total area of Cuddalore is 3,703 km² including 3,243.69 km² rural area and 459.31 km² urban area. As per 2011 stats, Cuddalore has a population of 26,05,914 peoples, out of which urban population is 8,85,189 while rural population is 17,20,725. Cuddalore has a sex ratio of approximately 986 females for every 1,000 males. The district has a population density of 704 inhabitants per square kilometre. There are about 6,35,578 houses in the district, including 2,12,105 urban houses and 4,23,473 rural houses. When it comes to villages, there are about 799 villages in cuddalore district.
The Cuddalore 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.
Virudhachalam is the largest taluka in cuddalore district covering area of 844.32 km² while Cuddalore is the smallest taluka in cuddalore district covering area of 308.29 km². Chidambaram is the most populous whereas Tittakudi is the least populous taluka in cuddalore district. There are 7 talukas in Cuddalore district. Here is the list of all Cuddalore Talukas / Blocks / C.D.Blocks along with area & population information.
List of CD Blocks / Talukas in Cuddalore District
| # | Taluka (CD Block) | Area (km²) | Population (2011) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Chidambaram | 599 | 4,67,909 |
| 2 | Cuddalore | 308 | 4,26,466 |
| 3 | Kattumannarkoil | 455 | 2,76,947 |
| 4 | Kurinjipadi | 386 | 3,31,755 |
| 5 | Panruti | 498 | 4,13,639 |
| 6 | Tittakudi | 612 | 2,62,606 |
| 7 | Virudhachalam | 844 | 4,26,592 |
Population of Cuddalore District
The population of Cuddalore 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 Cuddalore, 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 | 26,05,914 | 17,20,725 | 8,85,189 |
| Total Male Population | 13,11,697 | 8,68,861 | 4,42,836 |
| Total Female Population | 12,94,217 | 8,51,864 | 4,42,353 |
| Child Population (Age 0–6) | 2,79,950 | 1,92,701 | 87,249 |
| Male Child Population (Age 0–6) | 1,47,644 | 1,02,525 | 45,119 |
| Female Child Population (Age 0–6) | 1,32,306 | 90,176 | 42,130 |
| Literate Population | 18,15,281 | 11,26,045 | 6,89,236 |
| Literate Male Population | 10,00,322 | 6,34,883 | 3,65,439 |
| Literate Female Population | 8,14,959 | 4,91,162 | 3,23,797 |
| Illiterate Population | 7,90,633 | 5,94,680 | 1,95,953 |
| Illiterate Male Population | 3,11,375 | 2,33,978 | 77,397 |
| Illiterate Female Population | 4,79,258 | 3,60,702 | 1,18,556 |
| Households | 6,35,578 | 4,23,473 | 2,12,105 |
Social Structure and Density
This part highlights the distribution of Scheduled Caste (SC) and Scheduled Tribe (ST) populations within Cuddalore. 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 | 7,63,944 | 6,09,922 | 1,54,022 |
| SC Male Population | 3,83,943 | 3,07,009 | 76,934 |
| SC Female Population | 3,80,001 | 3,02,913 | 77,088 |
| Total ST Population | 15,702 | 9,923 | 5,779 |
| ST Male Population | 7,943 | 4,974 | 2,969 |
| ST Female Population | 7,759 | 4,949 | 2,810 |
| Population Density | 704 / km² | 530 / km² | 1,927 / km² |