Tiruvannamalai
Tiruvannamalai is a district in the Tamil Nadu State of India. Total area of Tiruvannamalai is 6,188 km² including 6,013.68 km² rural area and 174.32 km² urban area. As per 2011 stats, Tiruvannamalai has a population of 24,64,875 peoples, out of which urban population is 4,94,945 while rural population is 19,69,930. Tiruvannamalai has a sex ratio of approximately 994 females for every 1,000 males. The district has a population density of 398 inhabitants per square kilometre. There are about 5,88,836 houses in the district, including 1,16,147 urban houses and 4,72,689 rural houses. When it comes to villages, there are about 1,039 villages in tiruvannamalai district.
The Tiruvannamalai district is further divided in to Talukas / Blocks / PS / Community Development Blocks (C.D.Blocks) for administrative purposes. In India, the Block or C.D.Block is often the next level of administrative division after the tehsil. It is important to note that, In some states of India C.D.Blocks are equal to tehsils.
For those who don't know, the C.D.Block is a rural area earmarked for administration and development in India. The area is administered by a BDO (Block Development Officer). A C.D.Block covers several gram panchayats, local administrative unit at the village level.
Polur is the largest taluka in tiruvannamalai district covering area of 1364.92 km² while Arani is the smallest taluka in tiruvannamalai district covering area of 418.97 km². Tiruvannamalai is the most populous whereas Thandrampet is the least populous taluka in tiruvannamalai district. There are 7 talukas in Tiruvannamalai district. Here is the list of all Tiruvannamalai Talukas / Blocks / C.D.Blocks along with area & population information.
List of CD Blocks / Talukas in Tiruvannamalai District
| # | Taluka (CD Block) | Area (km²) | Population (2011) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Arani | 419 | 2,94,976 |
| 2 | Chengam | 1,026 | 2,83,917 |
| 3 | Cheyyar | 849 | 3,38,612 |
| 4 | Polur | 1,365 | 4,49,860 |
| 5 | THANDRAMPET | 674 | 1,79,553 |
| 6 | Tiruvannamalai | 974 | 5,81,836 |
| 7 | Vandavasi | 881 | 3,36,121 |
Population of Tiruvannamalai District
The population of Tiruvannamalai 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 Tiruvannamalai, 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 | 24,64,875 | 19,69,930 | 4,94,945 |
| Total Male Population | 12,35,889 | 9,89,726 | 2,46,163 |
| Total Female Population | 12,28,986 | 9,80,204 | 2,48,782 |
| Child Population (Age 0–6) | 2,72,569 | 2,20,384 | 52,185 |
| Male Child Population (Age 0–6) | 1,41,205 | 1,14,349 | 26,856 |
| Female Child Population (Age 0–6) | 1,31,364 | 1,06,035 | 25,329 |
| Literate Population | 16,26,813 | 12,53,098 | 3,73,715 |
| Literate Male Population | 9,09,803 | 7,10,665 | 1,99,138 |
| Literate Female Population | 7,17,010 | 5,42,433 | 1,74,577 |
| Illiterate Population | 8,38,062 | 7,16,832 | 1,21,230 |
| Illiterate Male Population | 3,26,086 | 2,79,061 | 47,025 |
| Illiterate Female Population | 5,11,976 | 4,37,771 | 74,205 |
| Households | 5,88,836 | 4,72,689 | 1,16,147 |
Social Structure and Density
This part highlights the distribution of Scheduled Caste (SC) and Scheduled Tribe (ST) populations within Tiruvannamalai. 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 | 5,65,329 | 4,93,925 | 71,404 |
| SC Male Population | 2,82,615 | 2,47,457 | 35,158 |
| SC Female Population | 2,82,714 | 2,46,468 | 36,246 |
| Total ST Population | 90,954 | 86,775 | 4,179 |
| ST Male Population | 45,956 | 43,864 | 2,092 |
| ST Female Population | 44,998 | 42,911 | 2,087 |
| Population Density | 398 / km² | 328 / km² | 2,839 / km² |