Virudhunagar
Virudhunagar is a district in the Tamil Nadu State of India. The total area of Virudhunagar district is 4,241 km², which includes 3,794.30 km² of rural area and 446.70 km² of urban area. There are about 475 villages in Virudhunagar district.
For administrative convenience, Virudhunagar 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 Virudhunagar district. Here is the list of all Virudhunagar Talukas / Blocks / C.D.Blocks along with area & population information.
List of CD Blocks / Talukas in Virudhunagar District
| # | Taluka (CD Block) | Area (km²) | Population (2011) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Aruppukkottai | 634 | 2,46,236 |
| 2 | Kariapatti | 398 | 1,05,428 |
| 3 | Rajapalayam | 466 | 3,47,668 |
| 4 | Sattur | 492 | 1,68,607 |
| 5 | Sivakasi | 579 | 4,26,753 |
| 6 | Srivilliputhur | 684 | 2,93,209 |
| 7 | Tiruchuli | 551 | 1,03,290 |
| 8 | Virudhunagar | 437 | 2,51,097 |
Largest & Smallest Tehsils
Srivilliputhur is the largest taluka in virudhunagar district, covering an area of 683.51 km², while Kariapatti is the smallest taluka in the district, with an area of 397.58 km². Sivakasi is the most populous, whereas Tiruchuli is the least populous taluka in virudhunagar district.
| Particulars | Area | Population |
|---|---|---|
| Lartest Tehsil | Srivilliputhur | Sivakasi |
| Smallest Tehsil | Kariapatti | Kariapatti |
Population of Virudhunagar District
The population of Virudhunagar 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 Virudhunagar, 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 | 19,42,288 | 9,62,062 | 9,80,226 |
| Total Male Population | 9,67,709 | 4,80,360 | 4,87,349 |
| Total Female Population | 9,74,579 | 4,81,702 | 4,92,877 |
| Child Population (Age 0–6) | 1,97,134 | 1,01,250 | 95,884 |
| Male Child Population (Age 0–6) | 1,00,827 | 51,907 | 48,920 |
| Female Child Population (Age 0–6) | 96,307 | 49,343 | 46,964 |
| Literate Population | 13,98,788 | 6,53,219 | 7,45,569 |
| Literate Male Population | 7,60,375 | 3,63,736 | 3,96,639 |
| Literate Female Population | 6,38,413 | 2,89,483 | 3,48,930 |
| Illiterate Population | 5,43,500 | 3,08,843 | 2,34,657 |
| Illiterate Male Population | 2,07,334 | 1,16,624 | 90,710 |
| Illiterate Female Population | 3,36,166 | 1,92,219 | 1,43,947 |
| Households | 5,37,748 | 2,65,002 | 2,72,746 |
Here's a detailed summary of Basic Population Details of Virudhunagar district based on Census 2011:
- Total population of Virudhunagar district is 19,42,288, including 9,67,709 males and 9,74,579 females. In rural areas, it is 9,62,062, including 4,80,360 males and 4,81,702 females. In urban areas, it is 9,80,226, including 4,87,349 males and 4,92,877 females.
- Child population (0–6 years) in Virudhunagar district is 1,97,134, including 1,00,827 boys and 96,307 girls. In rural areas, it is 1,01,250, including 51,907 boys and 49,343 girls. In urban areas, it is 95,884, including 48,920 boys and 46,964 girls.
- Literate population in Virudhunagar district is around 13,98,788, including 7,60,375 males and 6,38,413 females. In rural areas, it is 6,53,219, including 3,63,736 males and 2,89,483 females. In urban areas, it is 7,45,569, including 3,96,639 males and 3,48,930 females.
- Illiterate population in Virudhunagar district is about 5,43,500, including 2,07,334 males and 3,36,166 females. In rural areas, it is 3,08,843, including 1,16,624 males and 1,92,219 females. In urban areas, it is 2,34,657, including 90,710 males and 1,43,947 females.
- There are about 5,37,748 households in Virudhunagar district, including 2,65,002 in rural areas and 2,72,746 in urban areas.
Social Structure and Density
This part highlights the distribution of Scheduled Caste (SC) and Scheduled Tribe (ST) populations within Virudhunagar. 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 | 3,99,831 | 2,63,206 | 1,36,625 |
| SC Male Population | 1,98,704 | 1,31,286 | 67,418 |
| SC Female Population | 2,01,127 | 1,31,920 | 69,207 |
| Total ST Population | 2,294 | 1,078 | 1,216 |
| ST Male Population | 1,182 | 541 | 641 |
| ST Female Population | 1,112 | 537 | 575 |
| Population Density | 458 / km² | 254 / km² | 2,194 / km² |
Here's a detailed summary of the social structure and population density of Virudhunagar district based on Census 2011:
- Scheduled Caste (SC) population in Virudhunagar district is approximately 3,99,831, including 1,98,704 males and 2,01,127 females. In rural areas, it is 2,63,206, including 1,31,286 males and 1,31,920 females. In urban areas, it is 1,36,625, including 67,418 males and 69,207 females.
- Scheduled Tribe (ST) population in Virudhunagar district is about 2,294, including 1,182 males and 1,112 females. In rural areas, it is 1,078, including 541 males and 537 females. In urban areas, it is 1,216, including 641 males and 575 females.
- Overall population density of Virudhunagar district is around 458 people per km². Rural areas have about 254 people per km². Urban areas have about 2,194 people per km².