Alandur
Alandur is a Town and Taluka in Kancheepuram District of Tamil Nadu. In India, a taluka is a sub-division of a district that is responsible for the administration and revenue collection of a particular area within the district. It is an important part of the local governance structure, and plays a crucial role in the development and administration of its local community.
According to Census 2011, the sub-district code of Alandur Block (CD) is 05704. The total area of Alandur Taluka is 89 km². Alandur has a sex ratio of approximately 993 females per 1,000 males.
List of Villages in Alandur Taluka
Alandur Taluka has a total of 7 villages, each with its own identity, gram panchayat, and local lifestyle. These villages form the real backbone of the region, where everyday life is rooted in agriculture, tradition, and community ties. The list below shows all villages in Alandur Taluka, along with their respective gram panchayat and nearest town.
# | Village Name | Gram Panchayat | Nearest Town |
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1 | Cowl Bazaar | Cowlbazar | Alandur |
2 | Kolapakkam | Kolapakkam | Alandur |
3 | Moovarasampettai | Moovarasampattu | Alandur |
4 | Mowlivakkam | Mowlivakkam | Alandur |
5 | Nanmangalam | Nanmangalam | Alandur |
6 | Polichalur | Cowlbazar | Alandur |
7 | Tirusulam | Thirusulam | Alandur |
Population of Alandur Taluka
The population profile of Alandur Taluka offers a deeper understanding of how people are settled across its rural and urban parts. The following sections provide key insights into total population, household distribution, literacy, and age demographics — data that plays a vital role in planning development work and allocating public resources effectively.
Basic Population Details
This section offers a snapshot of Alandur Taluka's population composition, including male-female ratio, child population, and how literacy levels vary between villages and towns.
Particulars | Total | Rural | Urban |
---|---|---|---|
Total Population | 6,42,237 | N/A | 6,42,237 |
Male Population | 3,22,086 | N/A | 3,22,086 |
Female Population | 3,20,151 | N/A | 3,20,151 |
Child Population (Age 0–6) | 67,032 | N/A | 67,032 |
Male Child Population (Age 0–6) | 34,107 | N/A | 34,107 |
Female Child Population (Age 0–6) | 32,925 | N/A | 32,925 |
Literate Population | 5,29,260 | N/A | 5,29,260 |
Literate Male Population | 2,74,012 | N/A | 2,74,012 |
Literate Female Population | 2,55,248 | N/A | 2,55,248 |
Illiterate Population | 1,12,977 | N/A | 1,12,977 |
Illiterate Male Population | 48,074 | N/A | 48,074 |
Illiterate Female Population | 64,903 | N/A | 64,903 |
Total Households | 1,64,765 | N/A | 1,64,765 |
Here’s a simplified summary based on Census 2011 stats:
- Total population is approximately 6,42,237 people. Includes nearly 3,22,086 males and 3,20,151 females. Urban population is nearly 6,42,237 people.
- There are around 67,032 children aged 0 to 6 years. This includes approximately 34,107 boys and 32,925 girls.
- Literate population is about 5,29,260 people. Non-literate population is around 1,12,977 people.
- There are nearly 1,64,765 households.
Social Structure and Density
This section offers a snapshot of social structure in Alandur Taluka, highlighting the SC and ST population across rural and urban areas, as well as how densely people live in different parts of the region.
Particulars | Total | Rural | Urban |
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Total SC Population | 1,06,748 | N/A | 1,06,748 |
SC Male Population | 53,207 | N/A | 53,207 |
SC Female Population | 53,541 | N/A | 53,541 |
Total ST Population | 2,266 | N/A | 2,266 |
ST Male Population | 1,161 | N/A | 1,161 |
ST Female Population | 1,105 | N/A | 1,105 |
Population Density | 7,247 / km² | N/A | 7,247 / km² |
Here’s a simplified summary based on Census 2011 stats:
- Scheduled Caste (SC) population in Alandur Taluka is approximately 1,06,748 people, including 53,207 males and 53,541 females. Nearly 1,06,748 people reside in urban areas.
- Scheduled Tribe (ST) population in Alandur Taluka is about 2,266 people, including 1,161 males and 1,105 females. Nearly 2,266 live in towns or urban regions.
- In terms of density, overall population density is around 7,247 people per square kilometre, urban areas record nearly 7,247 people per sq. km.