Sivaganga
Sivaganga is a district in the Tamil Nadu State of India. The total area of Sivaganga district is 4,233 km², which includes 4,056.34 km² of rural area and 176.66 km² of urban area. There are about 508 villages in Sivaganga district.
For administrative convenience, Sivaganga 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 6 talukas in Sivaganga district. Here is the list of all Sivaganga Talukas / Blocks / C.D.Blocks along with area & population information.
List of CD Blocks / Talukas in Sivaganga District
| # | Taluka (CD Block) | Area (km²) | Population (2011) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Devakottai | 609 | 1,57,631 |
| 2 | Ilayangudi | 409 | 1,09,267 |
| 3 | Karaikkudi | 600 | 3,00,527 |
| 4 | Manamadurai | 635 | 2,07,223 |
| 5 | Sivaganga | 1,110 | 2,88,674 |
| 6 | Tirupathur | 870 | 2,75,779 |
Largest & Smallest Tehsils
Sivaganga is the largest taluka in sivaganga district by area, while Karaikkudi is the largest by population. Ilayangudi is the smallest taluka in sivaganga district by both area and population.
| Particulars | Area | Population |
|---|---|---|
| Lartest Tehsil | Sivaganga | Karaikkudi |
| Smallest Tehsil | Ilayangudi | Ilayangudi |
Population of Sivaganga District
The population of Sivaganga 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 Sivaganga, 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 | 13,39,101 | 9,26,256 | 4,12,845 |
| Total Male Population | 6,68,672 | 4,62,210 | 2,06,462 |
| Total Female Population | 6,70,429 | 4,64,046 | 2,06,383 |
| Child Population (Age 0–6) | 1,37,235 | 95,563 | 41,672 |
| Male Child Population (Age 0–6) | 70,022 | 48,712 | 21,310 |
| Female Child Population (Age 0–6) | 67,213 | 46,851 | 20,362 |
| Literate Population | 9,59,744 | 6,29,045 | 3,30,699 |
| Literate Male Population | 5,26,304 | 3,52,907 | 1,73,397 |
| Literate Female Population | 4,33,440 | 2,76,138 | 1,57,302 |
| Illiterate Population | 3,79,357 | 2,97,211 | 82,146 |
| Illiterate Male Population | 1,42,368 | 1,09,303 | 33,065 |
| Illiterate Female Population | 2,36,989 | 1,87,908 | 49,081 |
| Households | 3,38,938 | 2,34,513 | 1,04,425 |
Here's a detailed summary of Basic Population Details of Sivaganga district based on Census 2011:
- Total population of Sivaganga district is 13,39,101, including 6,68,672 males and 6,70,429 females. In rural areas, it is 9,26,256, including 4,62,210 males and 4,64,046 females. In urban areas, it is 4,12,845, including 2,06,462 males and 2,06,383 females.
- Child population (0–6 years) in Sivaganga district is 1,37,235, including 70,022 boys and 67,213 girls. In rural areas, it is 95,563, including 48,712 boys and 46,851 girls. In urban areas, it is 41,672, including 21,310 boys and 20,362 girls.
- Literate population in Sivaganga district is around 9,59,744, including 5,26,304 males and 4,33,440 females. In rural areas, it is 6,29,045, including 3,52,907 males and 2,76,138 females. In urban areas, it is 3,30,699, including 1,73,397 males and 1,57,302 females.
- Illiterate population in Sivaganga district is about 3,79,357, including 1,42,368 males and 2,36,989 females. In rural areas, it is 2,97,211, including 1,09,303 males and 1,87,908 females. In urban areas, it is 82,146, including 33,065 males and 49,081 females.
- There are about 3,38,938 households in Sivaganga district, including 2,34,513 in rural areas and 1,04,425 in urban areas.
Social Structure and Density
This part highlights the distribution of Scheduled Caste (SC) and Scheduled Tribe (ST) populations within Sivaganga. 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 | 2,27,746 | 1,84,829 | 42,917 |
| SC Male Population | 1,13,599 | 92,228 | 21,371 |
| SC Female Population | 1,14,147 | 92,601 | 21,546 |
| Total ST Population | 790 | 491 | 299 |
| ST Male Population | 394 | 236 | 158 |
| ST Female Population | 396 | 255 | 141 |
| Population Density | 316 / km² | 228 / km² | 2,337 / km² |
Here's a detailed summary of the social structure and population density of Sivaganga district based on Census 2011:
- Scheduled Caste (SC) population in Sivaganga district is approximately 2,27,746, including 1,13,599 males and 1,14,147 females. In rural areas, it is 1,84,829, including 92,228 males and 92,601 females. In urban areas, it is 42,917, including 21,371 males and 21,546 females.
- Scheduled Tribe (ST) population in Sivaganga district is about 790, including 394 males and 396 females. In rural areas, it is 491, including 236 males and 255 females. In urban areas, it is 299, including 158 males and 141 females.
- Overall population density of Sivaganga district is around 316 people per km². Rural areas have about 228 people per km². Urban areas have about 2,337 people per km².