The Perambalur district of Tamil Nadu had a population of about 5.65 lakh in 2011 and it is expected to grow steadily to reach a population of around 6.06 lakh by 2026. It has an area of about 1,756 sq km and population density of roughly 322 persons per sq km. The sex ratio is close to 1003–1004 females per 1000 males and the literacy rate is around 74.32%. The child sex ratio is about 913–914 girls per 1000 boys. The major religion Hindu has about 92.29% share in the district and Tamil is the main language spoken by almost all residents. The district population is about 17.19% urban and 82.81% rural, and Hindu population accounts for 92.29% of the total population. There are a total of about 1,49,243 households in the district.
Quick Overview of District Census 2021
| Item |
Figure |
| District name | Perambalur |
| State | Tamil Nadu |
| Total population (2011) | 5,65,223 |
| Male population (2011) | 2,82,157 |
| Female population (2011) | 2,83,066 |
| Population growth 2001–2011 | 14.50% |
| Area (sq km) | 1,756 |
| Population density (per sq km) | 322 |
| Sex ratio (females per 1000 males) | 1003–1004 |
| Child sex ratio (0–6 years) | 913–914 |
| Average literacy rate | 74.32% |
| Male literacy rate | 82.87% |
| Female literacy rate | 65.90% |
| Total households | 1,49,243 |
| Urban population share | 17.19% |
| Rural population share | 82.81% |
Population and Historic Census Data
| Census year |
Population (approx.) |
| 1901 | 1.82 lakh |
| 1911 | 1.97 lakh |
| 1921 | 2.05 lakh |
| 1931 | 2.07 lakh |
| 1941 | 2.33 lakh |
| 1951 | 2.67 lakh |
| 1961 | 2.87 lakh |
| 1971 | 3.40 lakh |
| 1981 | 3.82 lakh |
| 1991 | 4.51 lakh |
| 2001 | 4.94 lakh (4,93,646) |
| 2011 | 5.65 lakh (5,65,223) |
Decadal Variation in Population
| Census year |
Variation |
Variation % |
| 1901 | - | - |
| 1911 | 15,480 | 8.52% |
| 1921 | 8,130 | 4.12% |
| 1931 | 1,390 | 0.68% |
| 1941 | 26,470 | 12.80% |
| 1951 | 33,370 | 14.31% |
| 1961 | 20,170 | 7.57% |
| 1971 | 53,570 | 18.68% |
| 1981 | 42,190 | 12.40% |
| 1991 | 68,530 | 17.92% |
| 2001 | 42,610 | 9.45% |
| 2011 | 71,580 | 14.50% |
Population Projections and Yearly Estimates
| Year |
Projected population (first site) |
| 2011 | 5,65,223 |
| 2021 | 6,34,800 |
| 2022 | 6,41,500 |
| 2023 | 6,47,200 |
| 2024 | 6,52,100 |
| 2025 | 6,56,300 |
| 2026 | 6,59,900 |
| 2027 | 6,63,000 |
| 2028 | 6,65,600 |
| 2029 | 6,67,800 |
| 2030 | 6,69,700 |
| 2031 | 6,71,300 |
Extended Projections up to 2036 (second site)
| Year |
Estimated population |
| 2026 | 6,05,580 (6.06 lakh) |
| 2027 | 6,06,415 |
| 2028 | 6,07,250 |
| 2029 | 6,08,085 |
| 2030 | 6,08,920 |
| 2031 | 6,09,256 |
| 2032 | 6,09,232 |
| 2033 | 6,09,209 |
| 2034 | 6,09,185 |
| 2035 | 6,09,162 |
| 2036 | 6,09,139 |
Sex Ratio and Child Population
| Indicator |
Value |
| Overall sex ratio (females per 1000 males) | 1003–1004 |
| Sex ratio in 2001 | 1006 |
| National sex ratio (India 2011) | 940 (all India) / 943 (other site) |
| Child sex ratio (0–6) first site | 913 |
| Child sex ratio (0–6) second site | 914 |
Sex Ratio by Area and Religion
| Category |
Sex ratio |
| Total population | 1004 |
| Urban area | 1015 |
| Rural area | 1001 |
| Hindu | 1000 |
| Muslim | 1058 |
| Christian | 1003 |
| Religion not stated | 1022 |
Child Population (0–6 years)
| Item |
Figure |
| Total child population (0–6) | 59,567 |
| Male children (0–6) | 31,135 |
| Female children (0–6) | 28,432 |
| Child share in total population (2011) | 10.54% |
| Child population (0–6) in 2001 | 60,478 |
| Child share in 2001 | 12.25% |
| Change in child share 2001–2011 | -1.71 percentage points |
Urban–Rural Child Population Split
| Area |
Child population (0–6) |
| Urban total | 10,199 |
| Urban male children | 5,255 |
| Urban female children | 4,944 |
| Rural total | 49,368 |
| Rural male children | 25,880 |
| Rural female children | 23,488 |
| Urban child share | 10.50–10.90% of urban population |
| Rural child share | 10.55–11.06% of rural population |
Literacy Rate and Educational Profile
| Category |
Average literacy |
Male literacy |
Female literacy |
| Total population (2011) | 74.32% | 82.87% | 65.90% |
| Total population (2001) | 66.07% | 77.89% | 54.43% |
| Urban area | 85.22% | 90.53% | 80.03% |
| Rural area | 72.06% | 81.28% | 62.95% |
Literate Population Numbers
| Item |
Count |
| Total literates (2011) | 3,75,823 |
| Male literates | 2,08,011 |
| Female literates | 1,67,812 |
| Total literates (2001) | 2,86,197 |
| Urban literates | 74,107 |
| Urban male literates | 38,905 |
| Urban female literates | 35,202 |
| Rural literates | 3,01,716 |
| Rural male literates | 1,69,106 |
| Rural female literates | 1,32,610 |
Literacy by Religion
| Religion |
Average literacy |
Male literacy |
Female literacy |
| Hindu | 73.15% | 82.05% | 64.34% |
| Muslim | 90.34% | 94.59% | 86.37% |
| Christian | 84.16% | 88.80% | 79.57% |
| Religion not stated | 75.40% | 86.67% | 65.03% |
Religion and Caste (SC/ST) Profile
| Religion |
Population |
Percentage |
| Hindu | 5,21,658 | 92.29% |
| Muslim | 32,702 | 5.79% |
| Christian | 10,301 | 1.82% |
| Sikh | 83 | 0.01% |
| Buddhist | 39 | 0.01% |
| Jain | 38 | 0.01% |
| Other religions and persuasions | 26 | 0.00% |
| Religion not stated | 376 | 0.07% |
Scheduled Castes and Scheduled Tribes
| Group |
Population |
Share in district |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 1,75,289 | 31.01% |
| SC males | 87,444 | - |
| SC females | 87,845 | - |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 2,584 | 0.46% |
| ST males | 1,292 | - |
| ST females | 1,292 | - |
Languages Spoken and Share
| Language |
Approximate share |
| Tamil | About 97.92% of population |
| Other languages | Small remaining share |
Urban / Rural Population and Area Statistics
| Area type |
Population |
| Urban population | 97,163 |
| Urban males | 48,231 |
| Urban females | 48,932 |
| Rural population | 4,68,060 |
| Rural males | 2,33,926 |
| Rural females | 2,34,134 |
Area, Density and Households
| Item |
Value |
| Total area (sq km) | 1,756 |
| Population density | 322 persons per sq km |
| Number of towns | 5 |
| Number of villages | 159 |
| Total households | 1,49,243 |
| Families without roof (houseless) | 65 |
| Houseless population | 224 |
- Total population is rising
- Most people live in villages
- Literacy is growing over time
- Houseless families are very few
Workforce and Economic Activity
| Category |
Workers |
| Total workers | 2,99,726 |
| Male workers | 1,62,639 |
| Female workers | 1,37,087 |
| Worker share in total population | 53.03% |
- Population: growing slowly
- Main work: mixed rural jobs
- Women also join workforce
- Work share is little above half
Administrative Divisions, Sub-Districts and Taluks
| Unit type |
Details |
| District headquarters | Perambalur town |
| Taluks (administrative) | Perambalur, Kunnam, Veppanthattai |
| Number of taluks | 3 |
| Total towns | 5 |
| Total villages | 159 |
Sub-District (Tahsil) List
| Sub-district / tahsil |
Note |
| Kunnam | Subdistrict of Perambalur district |
| Perambalur | Subdistrict and district HQ |
| Veppanthattai | Subdistrict of Perambalur district |
City and Town List Overview
| Urban unit |
Type / remark |
| Perambalur Municipality | Main town and municipal body |
| Other towns | Total towns in district are 5 |
| Urban agglomeration | No separate large urban agglomeration |
Perambalur Municipality Basic Census Facts (town)
| Item |
Perambalur municipality figure (2011) |
| Town population | 49,648 |
| Male population | 24,659 |
| Female population | 24,989 |
| Sex ratio (females per 1000 males) | 996–1,013 (town estimates vary) |
| Literacy rate (approx.) | About 90.20% |
| Number of wards | 21 |
- District has three main taluks
- Five towns serve local people
- Many small villages are spread
- Perambalur town is key hub
Frequently Asked Questions
- Question: Total population in 2011 was about 5.65 lakh people
- Question: Hindu population share is close to 92.29 percent
- Question: Sex ratio in Perambalur is around 1003 to 1004
- Question: Urban people are roughly 97 thousand and rural about 4.68 lakh
- Question: Overall literacy rate of the district is near 74.32 percent