Cuddalore
Cuddalore is a district in the Tamil Nadu State of India. The total area of Cuddalore district is 3,703 km², which includes 3,243.69 km² of rural area and 459.31 km² of urban area. There are about 799 villages in Cuddalore district.
For administrative convenience, Cuddalore 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 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 |
Largest & Smallest Tehsils
Virudhachalam is the largest taluka in cuddalore district, covering an area of 844.32 km², while Cuddalore is the smallest taluka in the district, with an area of 308.29 km². Chidambaram is the most populous, whereas Tittakudi is the least populous taluka in cuddalore district.
| Particulars | Area | Population |
|---|---|---|
| Lartest Tehsil | Virudhachalam | Chidambaram |
| Smallest Tehsil | Cuddalore | Cuddalore |
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 |
Here's a detailed summary of Basic Population Details of Cuddalore district based on Census 2011:
- Total population of Cuddalore district is 26,05,914, including 13,11,697 males and 12,94,217 females. In rural areas, it is 17,20,725, including 8,68,861 males and 8,51,864 females. In urban areas, it is 8,85,189, including 4,42,836 males and 4,42,353 females.
- Child population (0–6 years) in Cuddalore district is 2,79,950, including 1,47,644 boys and 1,32,306 girls. In rural areas, it is 1,92,701, including 1,02,525 boys and 90,176 girls. In urban areas, it is 87,249, including 45,119 boys and 42,130 girls.
- Literate population in Cuddalore district is around 18,15,281, including 10,00,322 males and 8,14,959 females. In rural areas, it is 11,26,045, including 6,34,883 males and 4,91,162 females. In urban areas, it is 6,89,236, including 3,65,439 males and 3,23,797 females.
- Illiterate population in Cuddalore district is about 7,90,633, including 3,11,375 males and 4,79,258 females. In rural areas, it is 5,94,680, including 2,33,978 males and 3,60,702 females. In urban areas, it is 1,95,953, including 77,397 males and 1,18,556 females.
- There are about 6,35,578 households in Cuddalore district, including 4,23,473 in rural areas and 2,12,105 in urban areas.
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 |
Here's a detailed summary of the social structure and population density of Cuddalore district based on Census 2011:
- Scheduled Caste (SC) population in Cuddalore district is approximately 7,63,944, including 3,83,943 males and 3,80,001 females. In rural areas, it is 6,09,922, including 3,07,009 males and 3,02,913 females. In urban areas, it is 1,54,022, including 76,934 males and 77,088 females.
- Scheduled Tribe (ST) population in Cuddalore district is about 15,702, including 7,943 males and 7,759 females. In rural areas, it is 9,923, including 4,974 males and 4,949 females. In urban areas, it is 5,779, including 2,969 males and 2,810 females.
- Overall population density of Cuddalore district is around 704 people per km². Rural areas have about 530 people per km². Urban areas have about 1,927 people per km².