Kanniyakumari
Kanniyakumari is a district in the Tamil Nadu State of India. The total area of Kanniyakumari district is 1,684 km², which includes 1,021.16 km² of rural area and 662.84 km² of urban area. There are about 56 villages in Kanniyakumari district.
For administrative convenience, Kanniyakumari 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 4 talukas in Kanniyakumari district. Here is the list of all Kanniyakumari Talukas / Blocks / C.D.Blocks along with area & population information.
List of CD Blocks / Talukas in Kanniyakumari District
| # | Taluka (CD Block) | Area (km²) | Population (2011) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Agastheeswaram | 278 | 5,52,175 |
| 2 | Kalkulam | 633 | 6,06,706 |
| 3 | Thovala | 378 | 1,20,926 |
| 4 | Vilavancode | 395 | 5,90,567 |
Largest & Smallest Tehsils
Kalkulam is the largest taluka in kanniyakumari district by both area and population. Agastheeswaram is the smallest taluka in kanniyakumari district by area, while Thovala is the smallest by population.
| Particulars | Area | Population |
|---|---|---|
| Lartest Tehsil | Kalkulam | Kalkulam |
| Smallest Tehsil | Agastheeswaram | Agastheeswaram |
Population of Kanniyakumari District
The population of Kanniyakumari 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 Kanniyakumari, 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 | 18,70,374 | 3,30,572 | 15,39,802 |
| Total Male Population | 9,26,345 | 1,64,938 | 7,61,407 |
| Total Female Population | 9,44,029 | 1,65,634 | 7,78,395 |
| Child Population (Age 0–6) | 1,82,350 | 33,780 | 1,48,570 |
| Male Child Population (Age 0–6) | 92,835 | 17,262 | 75,573 |
| Female Child Population (Age 0–6) | 89,515 | 16,518 | 72,997 |
| Literate Population | 15,48,738 | 2,69,380 | 12,79,358 |
| Literate Male Population | 7,80,541 | 1,36,432 | 6,44,109 |
| Literate Female Population | 7,68,197 | 1,32,948 | 6,35,249 |
| Illiterate Population | 3,21,636 | 61,192 | 2,60,444 |
| Illiterate Male Population | 1,45,804 | 28,506 | 1,17,298 |
| Illiterate Female Population | 1,75,832 | 32,686 | 1,43,146 |
| Households | 4,83,539 | 85,478 | 3,98,061 |
Here's a detailed summary of Basic Population Details of Kanniyakumari district based on Census 2011:
- Total population of Kanniyakumari district is 18,70,374, including 9,26,345 males and 9,44,029 females. In rural areas, it is 3,30,572, including 1,64,938 males and 1,65,634 females. In urban areas, it is 15,39,802, including 7,61,407 males and 7,78,395 females.
- Child population (0–6 years) in Kanniyakumari district is 1,82,350, including 92,835 boys and 89,515 girls. In rural areas, it is 33,780, including 17,262 boys and 16,518 girls. In urban areas, it is 1,48,570, including 75,573 boys and 72,997 girls.
- Literate population in Kanniyakumari district is around 15,48,738, including 7,80,541 males and 7,68,197 females. In rural areas, it is 2,69,380, including 1,36,432 males and 1,32,948 females. In urban areas, it is 12,79,358, including 6,44,109 males and 6,35,249 females.
- Illiterate population in Kanniyakumari district is about 3,21,636, including 1,45,804 males and 1,75,832 females. In rural areas, it is 61,192, including 28,506 males and 32,686 females. In urban areas, it is 2,60,444, including 1,17,298 males and 1,43,146 females.
- There are about 4,83,539 households in Kanniyakumari district, including 85,478 in rural areas and 3,98,061 in urban areas.
Social Structure and Density
This part highlights the distribution of Scheduled Caste (SC) and Scheduled Tribe (ST) populations within Kanniyakumari. 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 | 74,249 | 18,972 | 55,277 |
| SC Male Population | 36,817 | 9,458 | 27,359 |
| SC Female Population | 37,432 | 9,514 | 27,918 |
| Total ST Population | 7,282 | 3,741 | 3,541 |
| ST Male Population | 3,554 | 1,808 | 1,746 |
| ST Female Population | 3,728 | 1,933 | 1,795 |
| Population Density | 1,111 / km² | 324 / km² | 2,323 / km² |
Here's a detailed summary of the social structure and population density of Kanniyakumari district based on Census 2011:
- Scheduled Caste (SC) population in Kanniyakumari district is approximately 74,249, including 36,817 males and 37,432 females. In rural areas, it is 18,972, including 9,458 males and 9,514 females. In urban areas, it is 55,277, including 27,359 males and 27,918 females.
- Scheduled Tribe (ST) population in Kanniyakumari district is about 7,282, including 3,554 males and 3,728 females. In rural areas, it is 3,741, including 1,808 males and 1,933 females. In urban areas, it is 3,541, including 1,746 males and 1,795 females.
- Overall population density of Kanniyakumari district is around 1,111 people per km². Rural areas have about 324 people per km². Urban areas have about 2,323 people per km².