Thanjavur
Thanjavur is a district in the Tamil Nadu State of India. The total area of Thanjavur district is 3,411 km², which includes 3,044.54 km² of rural area and 366.46 km² of urban area. There are about 789 villages in Thanjavur district.
For administrative convenience, Thanjavur 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 8 talukas in Thanjavur district. Here is the list of all Thanjavur Talukas / Blocks / C.D.Blocks along with area & population information.
List of CD Blocks / Talukas in Thanjavur District
| # | Taluka (CD Block) | Area (km²) | Population (2011) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Kumbakonam | 277 | 4,36,592 |
| 2 | Orathanadu | 571 | 2,46,871 |
| 3 | Papanasam | 401 | 2,73,511 |
| 4 | Pattukkottai | 720 | 3,96,236 |
| 5 | Peravurani | 288 | 1,23,861 |
| 6 | Thanjavur | 616 | 5,11,865 |
| 7 | Thiruvaiyaru | 267 | 1,85,803 |
| 8 | Thiruvidaimarudur | 270 | 2,31,151 |
Largest & Smallest Tehsils
Pattukkottai is the largest taluka in thanjavur district, covering an area of 720.14 km², while Thiruvaiyaru is the smallest taluka in the district, with an area of 267.29 km². Thanjavur is the most populous, whereas Peravurani is the least populous taluka in thanjavur district.
| Particulars | Area | Population |
|---|---|---|
| Lartest Tehsil | Pattukkottai | Thanjavur |
| Smallest Tehsil | Thiruvaiyaru | Thiruvaiyaru |
Population of Thanjavur District
The population of Thanjavur 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 Thanjavur, 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 | 24,05,890 | 15,54,531 | 8,51,359 |
| Total Male Population | 11,82,416 | 7,65,177 | 4,17,239 |
| Total Female Population | 12,23,474 | 7,89,354 | 4,34,120 |
| Child Population (Age 0–6) | 2,38,598 | 1,56,457 | 82,141 |
| Male Child Population (Age 0–6) | 1,21,949 | 80,010 | 41,939 |
| Female Child Population (Age 0–6) | 1,16,649 | 76,447 | 40,202 |
| Literate Population | 17,90,998 | 11,04,986 | 6,86,012 |
| Literate Male Population | 9,44,264 | 5,93,178 | 3,51,086 |
| Literate Female Population | 8,46,734 | 5,11,808 | 3,34,926 |
| Illiterate Population | 6,14,892 | 4,49,545 | 1,65,347 |
| Illiterate Male Population | 2,38,152 | 1,71,999 | 66,153 |
| Illiterate Female Population | 3,76,740 | 2,77,546 | 99,194 |
| Households | 6,05,363 | 3,91,202 | 2,14,161 |
Here's a detailed summary of Basic Population Details of Thanjavur district based on Census 2011:
- Total population of Thanjavur district is 24,05,890, including 11,82,416 males and 12,23,474 females. In rural areas, it is 15,54,531, including 7,65,177 males and 7,89,354 females. In urban areas, it is 8,51,359, including 4,17,239 males and 4,34,120 females.
- Child population (0–6 years) in Thanjavur district is 2,38,598, including 1,21,949 boys and 1,16,649 girls. In rural areas, it is 1,56,457, including 80,010 boys and 76,447 girls. In urban areas, it is 82,141, including 41,939 boys and 40,202 girls.
- Literate population in Thanjavur district is around 17,90,998, including 9,44,264 males and 8,46,734 females. In rural areas, it is 11,04,986, including 5,93,178 males and 5,11,808 females. In urban areas, it is 6,86,012, including 3,51,086 males and 3,34,926 females.
- Illiterate population in Thanjavur district is about 6,14,892, including 2,38,152 males and 3,76,740 females. In rural areas, it is 4,49,545, including 1,71,999 males and 2,77,546 females. In urban areas, it is 1,65,347, including 66,153 males and 99,194 females.
- There are about 6,05,363 households in Thanjavur district, including 3,91,202 in rural areas and 2,14,161 in urban areas.
Social Structure and Density
This part highlights the distribution of Scheduled Caste (SC) and Scheduled Tribe (ST) populations within Thanjavur. 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 | 4,55,062 | 3,71,394 | 83,668 |
| SC Male Population | 2,25,859 | 1,84,536 | 41,323 |
| SC Female Population | 2,29,203 | 1,86,858 | 42,345 |
| Total ST Population | 3,561 | 1,340 | 2,221 |
| ST Male Population | 1,739 | 665 | 1,074 |
| ST Female Population | 1,822 | 675 | 1,147 |
| Population Density | 705 / km² | 511 / km² | 2,323 / km² |
Here's a detailed summary of the social structure and population density of Thanjavur district based on Census 2011:
- Scheduled Caste (SC) population in Thanjavur district is approximately 4,55,062, including 2,25,859 males and 2,29,203 females. In rural areas, it is 3,71,394, including 1,84,536 males and 1,86,858 females. In urban areas, it is 83,668, including 41,323 males and 42,345 females.
- Scheduled Tribe (ST) population in Thanjavur district is about 3,561, including 1,739 males and 1,822 females. In rural areas, it is 1,340, including 665 males and 675 females. In urban areas, it is 2,221, including 1,074 males and 1,147 females.
- Overall population density of Thanjavur district is around 705 people per km². Rural areas have about 511 people per km². Urban areas have about 2,323 people per km².