The Viluppuram district of Tamil Nadu had a population of 34,58,873 approx. in 2011 and it is expected to grow steadily to reach a population of 41,30,000 by 2026. It has an area of 7,194 sq km and population density of 481 persons per sq km. The sex ratio is close to 987 females per 1000 males and the literacy rate is around 71.88. The child sex ratio is 941 girls per 1000 boys. The major religion Hindu with 91.79% and Tamil is the main language spoken by 97.08%. The district population is 5,19,088 urban and 29,39,785 rural, and Hindu accounts for 31,74,941 of the total population. There are a total of 8,00,368 households in the district.
Quick Overview of District Census 2021
| Item |
Data |
Details |
| District | Viluppuram | Tamil Nadu |
| Population 2011 | 34,58,873 | Male 17,40,819, Female 17,18,054 |
| Projected Population 2026 | 41,30,000 | Estimated figure |
| Area | 7,194 sq km | District area |
| Density | 481 | Persons per sq km |
| Sex Ratio | 987 | Females per 1000 males |
| Child Population | 4,04,106 | Age 0-6 years |
| Households | 8,00,368 | Total households |
Population and Growth
| Year |
Population |
Growth |
| 1901 | 12,37,061 | — |
| 1911 | 13,87,893 | +1.16% |
| 1921 | 13,62,937 | -0.18% |
| 1931 | 14,41,904 | +0.56% |
| 1941 | 15,32,516 | +0.61% |
| 1951 | 16,31,216 | +0.63% |
| 1961 | 17,47,460 | +0.69% |
| 1971 | 20,48,400 | +1.60% |
| 1981 | 23,73,952 | +1.49% |
| 1991 | 27,55,674 | +1.50% |
| 2001 | 29,60,373 | +0.72% |
| 2011 | 34,58,873 | +16.84% |
| 2021 | 39,50,000 | Projected |
| 2026 | 41,30,000 | Projected |
Demographic Details
| Item |
Value |
Details |
| Male Population | 17,40,819 | 2011 Census |
| Female Population | 17,18,054 | 2011 Census |
| Sex Ratio | 987 | Females per 1000 males |
| Child Population | 4,04,106 | 0-6 years |
| Child Sex Ratio | 941 | Girls per 1000 boys |
| Households | 8,00,368 | Total households |
| Scheduled Castes | 29.37% | District share |
| Scheduled Tribes | 2.16% | District share |
Literacy and Language
| Item |
Rate |
Details |
| Literacy Rate | 71.88% | Total literacy |
| Male Literacy | 80.55% | Male literacy |
| Female Literacy | 63.15% | Female literacy |
| Total Literates | 21,95,776 | 2011 Census |
| Tamil | 97.08% | Main language |
| Urdu | 1.61% | Minor language |
| Telugu | 0.93% | Minor language |
Religion and Communities
| Religion |
Share |
Population |
| Hindu | 91.79% | 31,74,941 |
| Christian | 4.00% | 1,38,279 |
| Muslim | 3.87% | 1,33,896 |
| Jain | 0.12% | 4,032 |
| Sikh | 0.01% | 325 |
| Buddhist | 0.01% | 238 |
| Others | 0.01% | 278 |
| Not Stated | 0.20% | 6,884 |
Urban and Rural Spread
| Area Type |
Value |
Details |
| Urban Population | 5,19,088 | 15.01% |
| Rural Population | 29,39,785 | 84.99% |
| Urban Sex Ratio | 1002 | Females per 1000 males |
| Rural Sex Ratio | 984 | Females per 1000 males |
| Urban Literacy | 84.74% | Urban rate |
| Rural Literacy | 69.59% | Rural rate |
Area and Administration
| Item |
Count |
Details |
| Sub-divisions | 4 | District level |
| Blocks | 22 | District level |
| Taluks | 9 | Gingee, Kandachipuram, Marakkanam, Melmalayanur, Tindivanam, Tiruvennainallur, Vanur, Vikravandi, Villupuram |
| Inhabited Villages | 1,490 | Rural units |
| Total Geographical Area | 7,245.91 sq km | District profile figure |
| District Area | 7,194 sq km | 2011 census figure |
Workforce and Places
| Item |
Data |
Details |
| Total Workers | 17,03,249 | 2011 Census |
| Farmers | 3,22,900 | Main workers |
| Farm Labourers | 5,37,581 | Main workers |
| Household Industry Workers | 23,961 | Main workers |
| Other Workers | 3,76,360 | Main workers |
| Marginal Workers | 4,42,447 | Workforce share |
| Main City | Viluppuram | District headquarters |
| Municipality Wards | 36 | City ward count |
Town and Village List
| Type |
Count |
Details |
| Towns | Not fully listed | Urban units available in district records |
| Villages | 1,490 | Inhabited villages |
| Urban Agglomeration | None | No urban agglomeration inside district |
| Major Taluk Town | Viluppuram | Municipality city |
Historic Census Data
| Year |
Population |
Change |
| 1901 | 12,37,061 | — |
| 1911 | 13,87,893 | +1.16% |
| 1921 | 13,62,937 | -0.18% |
| 1931 | 14,41,904 | +0.56% |
| 1941 | 15,32,516 | +0.61% |
| 1951 | 16,31,216 | +0.63% |
| 1961 | 17,47,460 | +0.69% |
| 1971 | 20,48,400 | +1.60% |
| 1981 | 23,73,952 | +1.49% |
| 1991 | 27,55,674 | +1.50% |
| 2001 | 29,60,373 | +0.72% |
| 2011 | 34,58,873 | +16.84% |
Frequently Asked Questions
- What is the population of Viluppuram district? 34,58,873 in 2011.
- What is the sex ratio in Viluppuram? 987 females per 1000 males.
- What is the literacy rate? 71.88%.
- How many taluks are there? 9 taluks.
- What is the main language? Tamil.