Tiruppur
Tiruppur is a district in the Tamil Nadu State of India. The total area of Tiruppur district is 5,187 km², which includes 4,354.47 km² of rural area and 832.53 km² of urban area. There are about 297 villages in Tiruppur district.
For administrative convenience, Tiruppur 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.
Dharapuram is the largest taluka in tiruppur district covering area of 1354.41 km² while Tiruppur is the smallest taluka in tiruppur district covering area of 372.18 km². Tiruppur is the most populous whereas Madathukulam is the least populous taluka in tiruppur district. There are 7 talukas in Tiruppur district. Here is the list of all Tiruppur Talukas / Blocks / C.D.Blocks along with area & population information.
List of CD Blocks / Talukas in Tiruppur District
| # | Taluka (CD Block) | Area (km²) | Population (2011) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Avanashi | 684 | 3,40,899 |
| 2 | Dharapuram | 1,354 | 2,82,752 |
| 3 | Kangeyam | 842 | 2,09,385 |
| 4 | Madathukulam | 530 | 1,81,386 |
| 5 | Palladam | 503 | 2,45,522 |
| 6 | Tiruppur | 372 | 9,81,247 |
| 7 | Udumalaipettai | 901 | 2,37,861 |
Population of Tiruppur District
The population of Tiruppur 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 Tiruppur, 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 | 24,79,052 | 9,57,941 | 15,21,111 |
| Total Male Population | 12,46,159 | 4,79,309 | 7,66,850 |
| Total Female Population | 12,32,893 | 4,78,632 | 7,54,261 |
| Child Population (Age 0–6) | 2,41,351 | 79,787 | 1,61,564 |
| Male Child Population (Age 0–6) | 1,23,612 | 40,947 | 82,665 |
| Female Child Population (Age 0–6) | 1,17,739 | 38,840 | 78,899 |
| Literate Population | 17,60,566 | 6,11,317 | 11,49,249 |
| Literate Male Population | 9,59,623 | 3,43,434 | 6,16,189 |
| Literate Female Population | 8,00,943 | 2,67,883 | 5,33,060 |
| Illiterate Population | 7,18,486 | 3,46,624 | 3,71,862 |
| Illiterate Male Population | 2,86,536 | 1,35,875 | 1,50,661 |
| Illiterate Female Population | 4,31,950 | 2,10,749 | 2,21,201 |
| Households | 7,12,210 | 2,83,187 | 4,29,023 |
Here's a detailed summary of Basic Population Details of Tiruppur district based on Census 2011:
- Total population of Tiruppur district is 24,79,052, including 12,46,159 males and 12,32,893 females. In rural areas, it is 9,57,941, including 4,79,309 males and 4,78,632 females. In urban areas, it is 15,21,111, including 7,66,850 males and 7,54,261 females.
- Child population (0–6 years) in Tiruppur district is 2,41,351, including 1,23,612 boys and 1,17,739 girls. In rural areas, it is 79,787, including 40,947 boys and 38,840 girls. In urban areas, it is 1,61,564, including 82,665 boys and 78,899 girls.
- Literate population in Tiruppur district is around 17,60,566, including 9,59,623 males and 8,00,943 females. In rural areas, it is 6,11,317, including 3,43,434 males and 2,67,883 females. In urban areas, it is 11,49,249, including 6,16,189 males and 5,33,060 females.
- Illiterate population in Tiruppur district is about 7,18,486, including 2,86,536 males and 4,31,950 females. In rural areas, it is 3,46,624, including 1,35,875 males and 2,10,749 females. In urban areas, it is 3,71,862, including 1,50,661 males and 2,21,201 females.
- There are about 7,12,210 households in Tiruppur district, including 2,83,187 in rural areas and 4,29,023 in urban areas.
Social Structure and Density
This part highlights the distribution of Scheduled Caste (SC) and Scheduled Tribe (ST) populations within Tiruppur. 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 | 3,95,876 | 2,37,893 | 1,57,983 |
| SC Male Population | 1,96,907 | 1,18,360 | 78,547 |
| SC Female Population | 1,98,969 | 1,19,533 | 79,436 |
| Total ST Population | 5,458 | 2,650 | 2,808 |
| ST Male Population | 2,740 | 1,318 | 1,422 |
| ST Female Population | 2,718 | 1,332 | 1,386 |
| Population Density | 478 / km² | 220 / km² | 1,827 / km² |
Here's a detailed summary of the social structure and population density of Tiruppur district based on Census 2011:
- Scheduled Caste (SC) population in Tiruppur district is approximately 3,95,876, including 1,96,907 males and 1,98,969 females. In rural areas, it is 2,37,893, including 1,18,360 males and 1,19,533 females. In urban areas, it is 1,57,983, including 78,547 males and 79,436 females.
- Scheduled Tribe (ST) population in Tiruppur district is about 5,458, including 2,740 males and 2,718 females. In rural areas, it is 2,650, including 1,318 males and 1,332 females. In urban areas, it is 2,808, including 1,422 males and 1,386 females.
- Overall population density of Tiruppur district is around 478 people per km². Rural areas have about 220 people per km². Urban areas have about 1,827 people per km².