Krishnagiri
Krishnagiri is a district in the Tamil Nadu State of India. The total area of Krishnagiri district is 5,129 km², which includes 4,965.73 km² of rural area and 163.27 km² of urban area. There are about 602 villages in Krishnagiri district.
For administrative convenience, Krishnagiri 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 Krishnagiri district. Here is the list of all Krishnagiri Talukas / Blocks / C.D.Blocks along with area & population information.
List of CD Blocks / Talukas in Krishnagiri District
| # | Taluka (CD Block) | Area (km²) | Population (2011) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Denkanikottai | 1,995 | 3,47,474 |
| 2 | Hosur | 958 | 5,39,663 |
| 3 | Krishnagiri | 1,276 | 5,97,071 |
| 4 | Pochampalli | 370 | 1,82,310 |
| 5 | Uthangarai | 530 | 2,13,291 |
Largest & Smallest Tehsils
Denkanikottai is the largest taluka in krishnagiri district by area, while Krishnagiri is the largest by population. Pochampalli is the smallest taluka in krishnagiri district by both area and population.
| Particulars | Area | Population |
|---|---|---|
| Lartest Tehsil | Denkanikottai | Krishnagiri |
| Smallest Tehsil | Pochampalli | Pochampalli |
Population of Krishnagiri District
The population of Krishnagiri 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 Krishnagiri, 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 | 18,79,809 | 14,51,446 | 4,28,363 |
| Total Male Population | 9,60,232 | 7,42,444 | 2,17,788 |
| Total Female Population | 9,19,577 | 7,09,002 | 2,10,575 |
| Child Population (Age 0–6) | 2,17,323 | 1,66,231 | 51,092 |
| Male Child Population (Age 0–6) | 1,12,832 | 86,561 | 26,271 |
| Female Child Population (Age 0–6) | 1,04,491 | 79,670 | 24,821 |
| Literate Population | 11,87,958 | 8,65,259 | 3,22,699 |
| Literate Male Population | 6,67,062 | 4,94,718 | 1,72,344 |
| Literate Female Population | 5,20,896 | 3,70,541 | 1,50,355 |
| Illiterate Population | 6,91,851 | 5,86,187 | 1,05,664 |
| Illiterate Male Population | 2,93,170 | 2,47,726 | 45,444 |
| Illiterate Female Population | 3,98,681 | 3,38,461 | 60,220 |
| Households | 4,48,053 | 3,42,859 | 1,05,194 |
Here's a detailed summary of Basic Population Details of Krishnagiri district based on Census 2011:
- Total population of Krishnagiri district is 18,79,809, including 9,60,232 males and 9,19,577 females. In rural areas, it is 14,51,446, including 7,42,444 males and 7,09,002 females. In urban areas, it is 4,28,363, including 2,17,788 males and 2,10,575 females.
- Child population (0–6 years) in Krishnagiri district is 2,17,323, including 1,12,832 boys and 1,04,491 girls. In rural areas, it is 1,66,231, including 86,561 boys and 79,670 girls. In urban areas, it is 51,092, including 26,271 boys and 24,821 girls.
- Literate population in Krishnagiri district is around 11,87,958, including 6,67,062 males and 5,20,896 females. In rural areas, it is 8,65,259, including 4,94,718 males and 3,70,541 females. In urban areas, it is 3,22,699, including 1,72,344 males and 1,50,355 females.
- Illiterate population in Krishnagiri district is about 6,91,851, including 2,93,170 males and 3,98,681 females. In rural areas, it is 5,86,187, including 2,47,726 males and 3,38,461 females. In urban areas, it is 1,05,664, including 45,444 males and 60,220 females.
- There are about 4,48,053 households in Krishnagiri district, including 3,42,859 in rural areas and 1,05,194 in urban areas.
Social Structure and Density
This part highlights the distribution of Scheduled Caste (SC) and Scheduled Tribe (ST) populations within Krishnagiri. 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 | 2,67,386 | 2,17,822 | 49,564 |
| SC Male Population | 1,35,474 | 1,10,438 | 25,036 |
| SC Female Population | 1,31,912 | 1,07,384 | 24,528 |
| Total ST Population | 22,388 | 21,041 | 1,347 |
| ST Male Population | 11,419 | 10,720 | 699 |
| ST Female Population | 10,969 | 10,321 | 648 |
| Population Density | 367 / km² | 292 / km² | 2,624 / km² |
Here's a detailed summary of the social structure and population density of Krishnagiri district based on Census 2011:
- Scheduled Caste (SC) population in Krishnagiri district is approximately 2,67,386, including 1,35,474 males and 1,31,912 females. In rural areas, it is 2,17,822, including 1,10,438 males and 1,07,384 females. In urban areas, it is 49,564, including 25,036 males and 24,528 females.
- Scheduled Tribe (ST) population in Krishnagiri district is about 22,388, including 11,419 males and 10,969 females. In rural areas, it is 21,041, including 10,720 males and 10,321 females. In urban areas, it is 1,347, including 699 males and 648 females.
- Overall population density of Krishnagiri district is around 367 people per km². Rural areas have about 292 people per km². Urban areas have about 2,624 people per km².