How many villages are listed for Thoothukkudi district?
Thoothukkudi district has 439 Census 2011 village records in this directory. They are grouped across 8 taluks in Tamil Nadu.
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Thoothukkudi District Village Directory
The Thoothukkudi district village directory covers 439 Census 2011 village records across 8 taluks in Tamil Nadu. These records help you compare Census village codes, population, households, village area, local facilities, nearest-town details and administrative paths before opening an individual village profile. Across the available records, Thoothukkudi district has 432 inhabited villages, 7 uninhabited village entries, 873,374 people and 235,449 households, with 429,040 hectares of recorded village area. For quick comparison, Vilathikulam has the most village records; Thoothukudi is the largest listed village by population; Kuthiraimoli R.F. has the largest recorded area. The facility summary adds local context: primary school is reported for 432 villages, mobile coverage is reported for 430 villages, all-weather road is reported for 427 villages. The figures are prepared from Census 2011 and District Census Handbook (DCHB) public records.
Local Admin Units8
Villages439
Population873,374
Households235,449
Area (ha)429,040.34
Taluks in Thoothukkudi
The taluk-wise table compares 8 taluks in Thoothukkudi district using Census 2011 village records. Vilathikulam has 86 villages, about 20% of the district list. Srivaikuntam has the largest listed village population at 157,642 people.
| Taluk | Census Code | Villages | Village Share | Inhabited % | Population | Population Share | Avg Pop / Village | Households | Area (ha) | Area Share | Pop / sq km | Largest Village |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Ettayapuram | 05863 | 55 | 13% | 100% | 62,219 | 7.1% | 1,131 | 18,515 | 47,558.02 | 11% | 130.8 | Kadalaiyur |
| Kovilpatti | 05862 | 73 | 17% | 99% | 130,471 | 15% | 1,787 | 37,084 | 75,182.24 | 18% | 173.5 | Vanaramutti |
| Ottapidaram | 05865 | 63 | 14% | 100% | 115,344 | 13% | 1,831 | 30,912 | 73,017.24 | 17% | 158 | Ottappidaram |
| Sathankulam | 05869 | 25 | 5.7% | 96% | 84,497 | 9.7% | 3,38 | 22,364 | 36,329.72 | 8.5% | 232.6 | Padukkapathu |
| Srivaikuntam | 05867 | 65 | 15% | 100% | 157,642 | 18% | 2,425 | 41,151 | 56,356.75 | 13% | 279.7 | Seydunganallur |
| Thoothukkudi | 05866 | 25 | 5.7% | 96% | 66,700 | 7.6% | 2,668 | 17,497 | 22,361.99 | 5.2% | 298.3 | Thoothukudi |
| Tiruchendur | 05868 | 47 | 11% | 98% | 141,088 | 16% | 3,002 | 36,002 | 34,541.92 | 8.1% | 408.5 | Paramankurichi |
| Vilathikulam | 05864 | 86 | 20% | 97% | 115,413 | 13% | 1,342 | 31,924 | 83,692.46 | 20% | 137.9 | Vembar |
Taluks with the most village records
Vilathikulam, Kovilpatti and Srivaikuntam are the taluks with the most village records in Thoothukkudi district. Vilathikulam ranks first with 86 villages, 115,413 people and 137.9 people per sq km. Use this ranking to start local village search, Census code lookup and taluk comparison.
| Rank | Taluk | Villages | Village Share | Population | Population Share | Area (ha) | Area Share |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Vilathikulam | 86 | 20% | 115,413 | 13% | 83,692.46 | 20% |
| 2 | Kovilpatti | 73 | 17% | 130,471 | 15% | 75,182.24 | 18% |
| 3 | Srivaikuntam | 65 | 15% | 157,642 | 18% | 56,356.75 | 13% |
| 4 | Ottapidaram | 63 | 14% | 115,344 | 13% | 73,017.24 | 17% |
| 5 | Ettayapuram | 55 | 13% | 62,219 | 7.1% | 47,558.02 | 11% |
| 6 | Tiruchendur | 47 | 11% | 141,088 | 16% | 34,541.92 | 8.1% |
| 7 | Sathankulam | 25 | 5.7% | 84,497 | 9.7% | 36,329.72 | 8.5% |
| 8 | Thoothukkudi | 25 | 5.7% | 66,700 | 7.6% | 22,361.99 | 5.2% |
Largest Villages by Population
Thoothukudi is the highest-population village listed for Thoothukkudi district, with 14,159 people and 3,516 households. That is 1.6% of the district's listed village population. The average household size is 4. The nearest town is Thoothukudi; a km away.
| Rank | Village | Population | District Pop Share | Households | Avg Household Size | Area (ha) | Pop / sq km | Nearest Town | Town Distance km |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Thoothukudi | 14,159 | 1.6% | 3,516 | 4 | 128.57 | 11,012.7 | Thoothukudi | A |
| 2 | Paramankurichi | 9,181 | 1.1% | 2,442 | 3.8 | 1,456.89 | 630.2 | Nazreth | B |
| 3 | Ottappidaram | 7,963 | 0.9% | 2,099 | 3.8 | 3,668.38 | 217.1 | Thoothukudi | C |
| 4 | Kulasekaranpattinam | 7,891 | 0.9% | 1,919 | 4.1 | 726.50 | 1,086.2 | Udangudi | A |
| 5 | Seydunganallur | 7,708 | 0.9% | 1,918 | 4 | 1,084.03 | 711.1 | Srivaikundam | C |
| 6 | Punnakayal | 7,684 | 0.9% | 1,744 | 4.4 | 406.83 | 1,888.7 | Kayalpattinam | B |
| 7 | Padukkapathu | 7,425 | 0.9% | 1,847 | 4 | 1,523.09 | 487.5 | Sathankulam | B |
| 8 | Tharuvaikulam | 7,325 | 0.8% | 1,743 | 4.2 | 1,728.19 | 423.9 | Mappillaiyurani | B |
| 9 | Vallanadu (Kasba) | 7,160 | 0.8% | 1,848 | 3.9 | 639.68 | 1,119.3 | Thirunalveli | C |
| 10 | Mukkani | 6,851 | 0.8% | 1,768 | 3.9 | 1,121.01 | 611.1 | — | B |
Largest Villages by Area
Kuthiraimoli R.F. has the largest recorded village area in Thoothukkudi district at 5,168.9 hectares. It represents 1.2% of the district's listed village area. Its listed population density is 0 people per sq km. Use area figures for broad comparison only; land and revenue checks should use official records.
| Rank | Village | Area (ha) | District Area Share | Population | Pop / sq km | Households | Households / ha | Nearest Town | Town Distance km |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Kuthiraimoli R.F. | 5,168.90 | 1.2% | 0 | 0 | — | 0 | Sattankulam | — |
| 2 | Ottappidaram | 3,668.38 | 0.9% | 7,963 | 217.1 | 2,099 | 0.57 | Thoothukudi | C |
| 3 | Kurumalai R.F. | 3,503.29 | 0.8% | 0 | 0 | — | 0 | Pudur | 12 |
| 4 | Pudukulam | 2,984.91 | 0.7% | 6,674 | 223.6 | 1,819 | 0.61 | Sathankulam | A |
| 5 | Kilavallanadu | 2,848.80 | 0.7% | 1,165 | 40.9 | 307 | 0.11 | Thoothukkudi | C |
| 6 | Keela Vilathikulam - II | 2,712.12 | 0.6% | 440 | 16.2 | 137 | 0.05 | Vilathikulam | C |
| 7 | Idaiseval | 2,652.96 | 0.6% | 3,024 | 114 | 850 | 0.32 | Kovilpatti | C |
| 8 | Sattankulam | 2,612.87 | 0.6% | 3,414 | 130.7 | 911 | 0.35 | Sathankulam | B |
| 9 | Melmandai | 2,568.06 | 0.6% | 1,926 | 75 | 503 | 0.2 | Vilathikulam | C |
| 10 | Umarikottai | 2,553.70 | 0.6% | 1,838 | 72 | 506 | 0.2 | Thoothukkudi | C |
Population Summary
Thoothukkudi district's village records list 873,374 people in 235,449 households. The average household size is 3.7. The listed village population density is 203.6 people per sq km.
Average Population / Village1,989
Average Household Size3.7
Inhabited Village %98%
Population Density / sq km203.6
Male Share0%
Female Share0%
SC Share0%
ST Share0%
Total Population873,374
Administrative Coverage
Administrative coverage connects Thoothukkudi district villages with local governance names used in Census 2011 records. The page reports 16 CD blocks, 375 Gram Panchayats and 58 nearest-town names. Common nearest-town references include Aathur, Alwarthirunagar and Alwarthirunagari.
CD Blocks Reported16
Gram Panchayats Reported375
Nearest Town Names Reported58
CD blocks reported: Alwarthirunagari, Alwarthirunagari, Sathankulam, Karungulam, Kayatharu, Kayatharu, Ottapidaram, Kovilpatti, Kuruvikulam, Not Under Any CD Block, Ottapidaram, Pudur, Sathankulam, Srivaikundam and more.
Gram Panchayats reported: Achankulam, Agaram, Ahilandapuram, Akkanaickenpatti, Alagiamanavalapuram, Alanda, Alikkudi, Allikkulam, Alwarkarkulam, Ammanpuram, Amuthunnakudi, Subbarayapuram, Angamangalam , Alagappapuram and more.
Village Facility Coverage
Village facility coverage uses Census 2011 and District Census Handbook (DCHB) amenities fields for Thoothukkudi district. The strongest reported signals are primary school in 432 villages (98% of district records), mobile coverage in 430 villages (98% of district records), all-weather road in 427 villages (97% of district records). Lower-count fields include PDS Shop and All-weather Road, so users should verify current services locally. Treat these figures as historical village amenities, not live service guarantees.
Facility Coverage Summary
| Facility | Villages with Facility | Reported Villages | Gap Count | % of All Villages |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Primary School | 432 | 432 | — | 98.41 |
| Mobile Coverage | 430 | 432 | — | 97.95 |
| All-Weather Road | 427 | 432 | — | 97.27 |
| PDS Shop | 410 | 432 | — | 93.39 |
| Domestic Power Supply | 431 | 432 | — | 98.18 |
Median Nearest Town Distance0 km
Villages within 5 km431
Villages over 25 km0
Nearest Town Distance Bands
| Distance Band | Villages | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Within 5 Km | 431 | 99% |
| 5-10 Km | 0 | 0% |
| 10-25 Km | 3 | 0.7% |
| Over 25 Km | 0 | 0% |
Location and Distance Highlights
Location and distance highlights show how Thoothukkudi villages relate to nearby towns and headquarters. Nearest-town distance is reported for 6 villages, with an average of 10.0 km and a median of 0 km. 431 villages are within 5 km of a listed town, while 0 are over 25 km away. Use these figures for orientation, not for survey, emergency travel or legal decisions.
| Distance Type | Reported Villages | Average km | Maximum km | Village | Place / HQ |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Nearest Town Distance | 6 | 10 | 25 | Sivaperunguntram | Vilathikulam |
About the Available Data
This data coverage section explains what is available for Thoothukkudi district. Across the visible sections, the page summarises 26 data fields and 11,297 reported values from Census 2011 and District Census Handbook (DCHB) public records. Some values may be blank, old or not listed, so important decisions should be checked with official records.
| Data Section | Fields | Reported Values | Available / Positive Values |
|---|---|---|---|
| Census Codes and Administrative Details | 6 | 2,634 | 1,756 |
| Location and Distance | 3 | 1,305 | 595 |
| Population and Social Groups | 3 | 1,310 | 1,296 |
| Education Facilities | 8 | 3,456 | 1,804 |
| Connectivity, Roads and Transport | 2 | 864 | 857 |
| Financial, Market and Public Services | 1 | 432 | 410 |
| Power Supply | 3 | 1,296 | 1,293 |
Official Reference Links
Use official portals to verify current government information, land records, revenue details or administrative updates.
Data Method and Verification
This page is built as a reference guide, not as an official government record. The village figures come mainly from Census 2011 and District Census Handbook (DCHB) public data. DCHB is published under the Registrar General of India, Government of India.
- Last Reviewed
- 30 May 2026
- Main Source
- Census 2011 village records and District Census Handbook data
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- Banking Context
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Frequently Asked Questions
Which taluk has the most village records in Thoothukkudi district?
Vilathikulam has the most village records in Thoothukkudi district, with 86 entries. This is 20% of the district list, with 115,413 people where population is reported.
Which village has the highest population in Thoothukkudi district?
Thoothukudi is the highest-population village shown for Thoothukkudi district, with 14,159 people and 3,516 households. It accounts for 1.6% of the listed district village population.
Which village has the largest recorded area in Thoothukkudi district?
Kuthiraimoli R.F. has the largest recorded village area in this directory for Thoothukkudi district, at 5,168.9 hectares. It represents 1.2% of the district's listed village area.
What population details are available for Thoothukkudi district villages?
The population summary includes 873,374 people, 235,449 households, male and female population, sex ratio, Scheduled Caste and Scheduled Tribe figures where reported. For this page, average household size is 3.7 and population density is 203.6 people per sq km.
What village facilities are reported for Thoothukkudi district?
The facility section uses Census 2011 and District Census Handbook (DCHB) village amenities fields. High-coverage signals include primary school in 432 villages (98% of district records), mobile coverage in 430 villages (98% of district records), all-weather road in 427 villages (97% of district records). These are historical records, not live service guarantees.
How do I find a Census village code in Thoothukkudi district?
Start from the taluk-wise table, open the local page, then choose the village. Village profiles show the Census village code where it is listed in the Census 2011 record.
How can I verify land records for villages in Thoothukkudi district?
Use the official land-record portal for Tamil Nadu, or the district and revenue office links where available. Most portals ask for district, taluk, village and a record number such as khata, khatiyan, plot, khasra or owner name depending on the state. Vill is for village directory context, not land ownership proof.
Is the Thoothukkudi district village data live or historical?
The village details are mainly based on Census 2011 and District Census Handbook (DCHB) public records. Some administrative names, facilities, PINs or services may have changed after 2011, so verify important details with official sources.