Tamil Nadu is a State in the Southern region of India. This article offers a comprehensive overview of Tamil Nadu, including its population, demographics, household statistics, administrative structure, and a detailed list of its sub-districts.
Tamil Nadu, located in eastern India, is known for its rich cultural heritage and vibrant history. With a dense population and a vast rural landscape, it boasts 15049 villages spread over 130060 km². Chennai, the capital city, serves as a major economic and cultural hub. The state was officially established on 26-Jan-1950 and houses the Madras High Court, The 2011 Census reports a population of 72147030, highlighting its demographic significance in India.
As per the 2011 Census, West Bengal has a total population of 72147030 people, with 29,093,002 residing in urban areas and 62,183,113 in rural regions. The population density of West Bengal is approximately 555/ km² (people per square kilometer), reflecting its high concentration of inhabitants across both urban and rural landscapes.
| Rural | Urban | Total | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total | 37229590 | 34917440 | 72147030 |
| Male | 18679065 | 17458910 | 36137975 |
| Female | 18550525 | 17458530 | 36009055 |
As of the latest data, the population density of West Bengal is approximately 555/ km² (people per square kilometer). The breakdown is as follows:
| Rural | Urban | Total |
|---|---|---|
| 320 | 2561 | 555/ km² |
As per the 2011 Census, West Bengal has a total of 18524982 households, with 9528495 in rural areas and 8996487 in urban regions. The average household size is about 3.89 people per house.
| Rural Households | Urban Households | Total Households |
|---|---|---|
| 9528495 | 8996487 | 18524982 |
In Tamil Nadu, villages are categorized based on their population. Here’s a breakdown of the number of villages within each population range:
| Total Population | Villages |
|---|---|
| less than 200 | 472 |
| 200-499 | 1171 |
| 500-999 | 2376 |
| 1000-1999 | 4231 |
| 2000-4999 | 5100 |
| 5000-9999 | 1490 |
| 10000 and above | 209 |
As of the 2011 Census, Tamil Nadu is divided into 38 districts. Below is a comprehensive list of these districts, including detailed information on their area and population:
| District | Area (km²) | Population (2011) | Density (/km²) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Ariyalur | 1940 | 754894 | 389 |
| Chengalpattu | No Data | No Data | No Data |
| Chennai | 175 | 4646732 | 26553 |
| Coimbatore | 4732 | 3458045 | 731 |
| Cuddalore | 3703 | 2605914 | 704 |
| Dharmapuri | 4497 | 1506843 | 335 |
| Dindigul | 6036 | 2159775 | 358 |
| Erode | 5760 | 2251744 | 391 |
| Kallakurichi | No Data | No Data | No Data |
| Kanchipuram | 4483 | 3998252 | 892 |
| Kanniyakumari | 1684 | 1870374 | 1111 |
| Karur | 2904 | 1064493 | 367 |
| Krishnagiri | 5129 | 1879809 | 367 |
| Madurai | 3710 | 3038252 | 819 |
| Mayiladuthurai | No Data | No Data | No Data |
| Nagapattinam | 2569 | 1616450 | 629 |
| Namakkal | 3420 | 1726601 | 505 |
| Perambalur | 1756 | 565223 | 322 |
| Pudukkottai | 4644 | 1618345 | 348 |
| Ramanathapuram | 4104 | 1353445 | 330 |
| Ranipet | No Data | No Data | No Data |
| Salem | 5237 | 3482056 | 665 |
| Sivaganga | 4233 | 1339101 | 316 |
| Tenkasi | No Data | No Data | No Data |
| Thanjavur | 3411 | 2405890 | 705 |
| Theni | 2868 | 1245899 | 434 |
| The Nilgiris | 2565 | 735394 | 287 |
| Thiruvallur | 3394 | 3728104 | 1098 |
| Thiruvarur | 2274 | 1264277 | 556 |
| Tiruchirappalli | 4509 | 2722290 | 604 |
| Tirunelveli | 6693 | 3077233 | 460 |
| Tirupathur | No Data | No Data | No Data |
| Tiruppur | 5187 | 2479052 | 478 |
| Tiruvannamalai | 6188 | 2464875 | 398 |
| Tuticorin | 4745 | 1750176 | 369 |
| Vellore | 6075 | 3936331 | 648 |
| Villupuram | 7194 | 3458873 | 481 |
| Virudhunagar | 4241 | 1942288 | 458 |
1. How many total villages are there in Tamil Nadu?
2. What is the total population of Tamil Nadu?
3. What is the population density of Tamil Nadu?
4. How is the population distributed between rural and urban areas in Tamil Nadu?
5. How many households are there in Tamil Nadu?
6. How many districts are there in Tamil Nadu?
8. What is the high court of Tamil Nadu?