Karur
Karur is a district in the Tamil Nadu State of India. The total area of Karur district is 2,904 km², which includes 2,620.50 km² of rural area and 283.50 km² of urban area. There are about 169 villages in Karur district.
For administrative convenience, Karur 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 5 talukas in Karur district. Here is the list of all Karur Talukas / Blocks / C.D.Blocks along with area & population information.
List of CD Blocks / Talukas in Karur District
| # | Taluka (CD Block) | Area (km²) | Population (2011) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Aravakurichi | 980 | 1,83,321 |
| 2 | Kadavur | 428 | 1,09,839 |
| 3 | Karur | 608 | 4,45,389 |
| 4 | Krishnarayapuram | 393 | 1,19,213 |
| 5 | Kulithalai | 495 | 2,06,731 |
Largest & Smallest Tehsils
Aravakurichi is the largest taluka in karur district, covering an area of 980.12 km², while Krishnarayapuram is the smallest taluka in the district, with an area of 392.92 km². Karur is the most populous, whereas Kadavur is the least populous taluka in karur district.
| Particulars | Area | Population |
|---|---|---|
| Lartest Tehsil | Aravakurichi | Karur |
| Smallest Tehsil | Krishnarayapuram | Krishnarayapuram |
Population of Karur District
The population of Karur 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 Karur, 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 | 10,64,493 | 6,29,976 | 4,34,517 |
| Total Male Population | 5,28,184 | 3,12,628 | 2,15,556 |
| Total Female Population | 5,36,309 | 3,17,348 | 2,18,961 |
| Child Population (Age 0–6) | 1,02,731 | 61,264 | 41,467 |
| Male Child Population (Age 0–6) | 52,969 | 31,442 | 21,527 |
| Female Child Population (Age 0–6) | 49,762 | 29,822 | 19,940 |
| Literate Population | 7,27,044 | 3,94,134 | 3,32,910 |
| Literate Male Population | 4,01,726 | 2,24,431 | 1,77,295 |
| Literate Female Population | 3,25,318 | 1,69,703 | 1,55,615 |
| Illiterate Population | 3,37,449 | 2,35,842 | 1,01,607 |
| Illiterate Male Population | 1,26,458 | 88,197 | 38,261 |
| Illiterate Female Population | 2,10,991 | 1,47,645 | 63,346 |
| Households | 2,87,095 | 1,68,396 | 1,18,699 |
Here's a detailed summary of Basic Population Details of Karur district based on Census 2011:
- Total population of Karur district is 10,64,493, including 5,28,184 males and 5,36,309 females. In rural areas, it is 6,29,976, including 3,12,628 males and 3,17,348 females. In urban areas, it is 4,34,517, including 2,15,556 males and 2,18,961 females.
- Child population (0–6 years) in Karur district is 1,02,731, including 52,969 boys and 49,762 girls. In rural areas, it is 61,264, including 31,442 boys and 29,822 girls. In urban areas, it is 41,467, including 21,527 boys and 19,940 girls.
- Literate population in Karur district is around 7,27,044, including 4,01,726 males and 3,25,318 females. In rural areas, it is 3,94,134, including 2,24,431 males and 1,69,703 females. In urban areas, it is 3,32,910, including 1,77,295 males and 1,55,615 females.
- Illiterate population in Karur district is about 3,37,449, including 1,26,458 males and 2,10,991 females. In rural areas, it is 2,35,842, including 88,197 males and 1,47,645 females. In urban areas, it is 1,01,607, including 38,261 males and 63,346 females.
- There are about 2,87,095 households in Karur district, including 1,68,396 in rural areas and 1,18,699 in urban areas.
Social Structure and Density
This part highlights the distribution of Scheduled Caste (SC) and Scheduled Tribe (ST) populations within Karur. 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 | 2,21,385 | 1,52,799 | 68,586 |
| SC Male Population | 1,08,809 | 75,149 | 33,660 |
| SC Female Population | 1,12,576 | 77,650 | 34,926 |
| Total ST Population | 575 | 191 | 384 |
| ST Male Population | 297 | 101 | 196 |
| ST Female Population | 278 | 90 | 188 |
| Population Density | 367 / km² | 240 / km² | 1,533 / km² |
Here's a detailed summary of the social structure and population density of Karur district based on Census 2011:
- Scheduled Caste (SC) population in Karur district is approximately 2,21,385, including 1,08,809 males and 1,12,576 females. In rural areas, it is 1,52,799, including 75,149 males and 77,650 females. In urban areas, it is 68,586, including 33,660 males and 34,926 females.
- Scheduled Tribe (ST) population in Karur district is about 575, including 297 males and 278 females. In rural areas, it is 191, including 101 males and 90 females. In urban areas, it is 384, including 196 males and 188 females.
- Overall population density of Karur district is around 367 people per km². Rural areas have about 240 people per km². Urban areas have about 1,533 people per km².