Tiruchirappalli
Tiruchirappalli is a district in the Tamil Nadu State of India. The total area of Tiruchirappalli district is 4,509 km², which includes 4,042.74 km² of rural area and 466.26 km² of urban area. There are about 431 villages in Tiruchirappalli district.
For administrative convenience, Tiruchirappalli 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 Tiruchirappalli district. Here is the list of all Tiruchirappalli Talukas / Blocks / C.D.Blocks along with area & population information.
List of CD Blocks / Talukas in Tiruchirappalli District
| # | Taluka (CD Block) | Area (km²) | Population (2011) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Lalgudi | 592 | 2,54,865 |
| 2 | Manachanallur | 375 | 1,92,869 |
| 3 | Manapparai | 1,091 | 3,75,370 |
| 4 | Musiri | 669 | 2,31,655 |
| 5 | Srirangam | 361 | 2,07,494 |
| 6 | Thiruverumbur | 268 | 2,25,517 |
| 7 | Thottiyam | 277 | 1,35,120 |
| 8 | Thuraiyur | 805 | 2,49,327 |
| 9 | Tiruchirappalli | 71 | 8,50,073 |
Largest & Smallest Tehsils
Manapparai is the largest taluka in tiruchirappalli district, covering an area of 1090.66 km², while Tiruchirappalli is the smallest taluka in the district, with an area of 71.06 km². Tiruchirappalli is the most populous, whereas Thottiyam is the least populous taluka in tiruchirappalli district.
| Particulars | Area | Population |
|---|---|---|
| Lartest Tehsil | Manapparai | Tiruchirappalli |
| Smallest Tehsil | Tiruchirappalli | Tiruchirappalli |
Population of Tiruchirappalli District
The population of Tiruchirappalli 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 Tiruchirappalli, 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 | 27,22,290 | 13,84,257 | 13,38,033 |
| Total Male Population | 13,52,284 | 6,88,552 | 6,63,732 |
| Total Female Population | 13,70,006 | 6,95,705 | 6,74,301 |
| Child Population (Age 0–6) | 2,72,456 | 1,45,260 | 1,27,196 |
| Male Child Population (Age 0–6) | 1,39,946 | 74,986 | 64,960 |
| Female Child Population (Age 0–6) | 1,32,510 | 70,274 | 62,236 |
| Literate Population | 20,38,981 | 9,50,242 | 10,88,739 |
| Literate Male Population | 10,87,765 | 5,24,233 | 5,63,532 |
| Literate Female Population | 9,51,216 | 4,26,009 | 5,25,207 |
| Illiterate Population | 6,83,309 | 4,34,015 | 2,49,294 |
| Illiterate Male Population | 2,64,519 | 1,64,319 | 1,00,200 |
| Illiterate Female Population | 4,18,790 | 2,69,696 | 1,49,094 |
| Households | 6,98,404 | 3,57,244 | 3,41,160 |
Here's a detailed summary of Basic Population Details of Tiruchirappalli district based on Census 2011:
- Total population of Tiruchirappalli district is 27,22,290, including 13,52,284 males and 13,70,006 females. In rural areas, it is 13,84,257, including 6,88,552 males and 6,95,705 females. In urban areas, it is 13,38,033, including 6,63,732 males and 6,74,301 females.
- Child population (0–6 years) in Tiruchirappalli district is 2,72,456, including 1,39,946 boys and 1,32,510 girls. In rural areas, it is 1,45,260, including 74,986 boys and 70,274 girls. In urban areas, it is 1,27,196, including 64,960 boys and 62,236 girls.
- Literate population in Tiruchirappalli district is around 20,38,981, including 10,87,765 males and 9,51,216 females. In rural areas, it is 9,50,242, including 5,24,233 males and 4,26,009 females. In urban areas, it is 10,88,739, including 5,63,532 males and 5,25,207 females.
- Illiterate population in Tiruchirappalli district is about 6,83,309, including 2,64,519 males and 4,18,790 females. In rural areas, it is 4,34,015, including 1,64,319 males and 2,69,696 females. In urban areas, it is 2,49,294, including 1,00,200 males and 1,49,094 females.
- There are about 6,98,404 households in Tiruchirappalli district, including 3,57,244 in rural areas and 3,41,160 in urban areas.
Social Structure and Density
This part highlights the distribution of Scheduled Caste (SC) and Scheduled Tribe (ST) populations within Tiruchirappalli. 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 | 4,66,561 | 2,87,702 | 1,78,859 |
| SC Male Population | 2,30,790 | 1,41,797 | 88,993 |
| SC Female Population | 2,35,771 | 1,45,905 | 89,866 |
| Total ST Population | 18,198 | 13,784 | 4,414 |
| ST Male Population | 9,414 | 7,171 | 2,243 |
| ST Female Population | 8,784 | 6,613 | 2,171 |
| Population Density | 604 / km² | 342 / km² | 2,870 / km² |
Here's a detailed summary of the social structure and population density of Tiruchirappalli district based on Census 2011:
- Scheduled Caste (SC) population in Tiruchirappalli district is approximately 4,66,561, including 2,30,790 males and 2,35,771 females. In rural areas, it is 2,87,702, including 1,41,797 males and 1,45,905 females. In urban areas, it is 1,78,859, including 88,993 males and 89,866 females.
- Scheduled Tribe (ST) population in Tiruchirappalli district is about 18,198, including 9,414 males and 8,784 females. In rural areas, it is 13,784, including 7,171 males and 6,613 females. In urban areas, it is 4,414, including 2,243 males and 2,171 females.
- Overall population density of Tiruchirappalli district is around 604 people per km². Rural areas have about 342 people per km². Urban areas have about 2,870 people per km².