Thiruvallur
Thiruvallur is a district in the Tamil Nadu State of India. The total area of Thiruvallur district is 3,394 km², which includes 2,856.34 km² of rural area and 537.66 km² of urban area. There are about 582 villages in Thiruvallur district.
For administrative convenience, Thiruvallur 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 9 talukas in Thiruvallur district. Here is the list of all Thiruvallur Talukas / Blocks / C.D.Blocks along with area & population information.
List of CD Blocks / Talukas in Thiruvallur District
| # | Taluka (CD Block) | Area (km²) | Population (2011) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Ambattur | 180 | 9,06,580 |
| 2 | Gummidipoondi | 425 | 1,90,541 |
| 3 | Mathavaram | 127 | 5,96,156 |
| 4 | Pallipattu | 351 | 2,14,073 |
| 5 | Ponneri | 674 | 3,89,862 |
| 6 | Poonamallee | 151 | 6,59,922 |
| 7 | Thiruvallur | 667 | 4,07,048 |
| 8 | Tiruttani | 448 | 2,11,291 |
| 9 | Uthukkottai | 370 | 1,52,631 |
Largest & Smallest Tehsils in Thiruvallur District
Ponneri is the largest taluka in thiruvallur district, covering an area of 674.44 km², while Mathavaram is the smallest taluka in the district, with an area of 126.79 km². Ambattur is the most populous, whereas Uthukkottai is the least populous taluka in thiruvallur district.
| Particulars | Area | Population |
|---|---|---|
| Lartest Tehsil | Ponneri | Ambattur |
| Smallest Tehsil | Mathavaram | Mathavaram |
Population of Thiruvallur District
The population of Thiruvallur 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 Thiruvallur, 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 | 37,28,104 | 12,99,709 | 24,28,395 |
| Total Male Population | 18,76,062 | 6,50,462 | 12,25,600 |
| Total Female Population | 18,52,042 | 6,49,247 | 12,02,795 |
| Child Population (Age 0–6) | 4,05,669 | 1,41,907 | 2,63,762 |
| Male Child Population (Age 0–6) | 2,08,449 | 72,902 | 1,35,547 |
| Female Child Population (Age 0–6) | 1,97,220 | 69,005 | 1,28,215 |
| Literate Population | 27,91,721 | 8,59,700 | 19,32,021 |
| Literate Male Population | 14,95,711 | 4,76,199 | 10,19,512 |
| Literate Female Population | 12,96,010 | 3,83,501 | 9,12,509 |
| Illiterate Population | 9,36,383 | 4,40,009 | 4,96,374 |
| Illiterate Male Population | 3,80,351 | 1,74,263 | 2,06,088 |
| Illiterate Female Population | 5,56,032 | 2,65,746 | 2,90,286 |
| Households | 9,46,949 | 3,31,697 | 6,15,252 |
Here's a detailed summary of Basic Population Details of Thiruvallur district based on Census 2011:
- Total population of Thiruvallur district is 37,28,104, including 18,76,062 males and 18,52,042 females. In rural areas, it is 12,99,709, including 6,50,462 males and 6,49,247 females. In urban areas, it is 24,28,395, including 12,25,600 males and 12,02,795 females.
- Child population (0–6 years) in Thiruvallur district is 4,05,669, including 2,08,449 boys and 1,97,220 girls. In rural areas, it is 1,41,907, including 72,902 boys and 69,005 girls. In urban areas, it is 2,63,762, including 1,35,547 boys and 1,28,215 girls.
- Literate population in Thiruvallur district is around 27,91,721, including 14,95,711 males and 12,96,010 females. In rural areas, it is 8,59,700, including 4,76,199 males and 3,83,501 females. In urban areas, it is 19,32,021, including 10,19,512 males and 9,12,509 females.
- Illiterate population in Thiruvallur district is about 9,36,383, including 3,80,351 males and 5,56,032 females. In rural areas, it is 4,40,009, including 1,74,263 males and 2,65,746 females. In urban areas, it is 4,96,374, including 2,06,088 males and 2,90,286 females.
- There are about 9,46,949 households in Thiruvallur district, including 3,31,697 in rural areas and 6,15,252 in urban areas.
Social Structure and Density
This part highlights the distribution of Scheduled Caste (SC) and Scheduled Tribe (ST) populations within Thiruvallur. 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 | 8,21,646 | 4,51,999 | 3,69,647 |
| SC Male Population | 4,10,526 | 2,25,349 | 1,85,177 |
| SC Female Population | 4,11,120 | 2,26,650 | 1,84,470 |
| Total ST Population | 47,243 | 35,044 | 12,199 |
| ST Male Population | 23,692 | 17,521 | 6,171 |
| ST Female Population | 23,551 | 17,523 | 6,028 |
| Population Density | 1,098 / km² | 455 / km² | 4,517 / km² |
Here's a detailed summary of the social structure and population density of Thiruvallur district based on Census 2011:
- Scheduled Caste (SC) population in Thiruvallur district is approximately 8,21,646, including 4,10,526 males and 4,11,120 females. In rural areas, it is 4,51,999, including 2,25,349 males and 2,26,650 females. In urban areas, it is 3,69,647, including 1,85,177 males and 1,84,470 females.
- Scheduled Tribe (ST) population in Thiruvallur district is about 47,243, including 23,692 males and 23,551 females. In rural areas, it is 35,044, including 17,521 males and 17,523 females. In urban areas, it is 12,199, including 6,171 males and 6,028 females.
- Overall population density of Thiruvallur district is around 1,098 people per km². Rural areas have about 455 people per km². Urban areas have about 4,517 people per km².