Districts of Tamil Nadu List, Map, Names, Total Area

There are a total of 38 Tamil Nadu districts. Know more about all the districts of Tamil Nadu State and its important facts in this article for government exams.

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Tamil Nadu, a vibrant state located in southern India, is renowned for its rich cultural heritage, diverse landscapes, and historical significance. The state is divided into 38 districts, each with its unique administrative framework, demographics, and geographical features. This article provides a comprehensive list of the districts of Tamil Nadu, along with a brief overview of their areas, headquarters, and notable features.

Districts of Tamil Nadu

Tamil Nadu, a prominent southern state in India, has a rich cultural heritage and a well-structured administrative framework. Established in 1956 with just 13 districts, Tamil Nadu has grown to encompass 38 districts today, effectively catering to its diverse population and geographic landscape.

Districts in Tamil Nadu Important Facts
Total District in Tamil Nadu State	38
Date of Formation	1 November 1956
State Capital	Chennai
Total Area	130,058 km2
Total Population	72,147,030

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Total Districts in Tamil Nadu

The number of Districts in Tamil Nadu has changed several times in recent years. The total number of districts in the state is currently 38. The state’s most recent district was added in 2020. Tamil Nadu has not created a new district since then. We have provided a brief history of Tamil Nadu districts here.

The Chennai district’s border area was expanded on January 5, 2018.
Tenkasi district was separated from Tirunelveli on November 22, 2019.
Kallakurichi district was separated from Viluppuram district on November 26, 2019.
Tirupattur and Ranipet districts of Tamil Nadu were separated from the Vellore district on November 29, 2019.
Chengalpattu district was separated from Kanchipuram on November 30, 2019.
Mayiladuthurai district was separated from Nagapattinam district on March 24, 2020.

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District of Tamil Nadu Map

To understand the districts of Tamil Nadu better, it is necessary to understand their geographical location within the state of Tamil Nadu. The Tamilnadu District Map is provided here to assist you in identifying the same.

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List of Districts of Tamil Nadu

We’ve listed the names of all 38 districts in Tamil Nadu, as well as the dates each district was established. Check out the table below for more information on the districts of Tamil Nadu.

No.	District	Headquarters	Area (km²)	Population (2021)
1	Ariyalur	Ariyalur	2,027.6	754,894
2	Chengalpattu	Chengalpattu	2,802.6	2,556,244
3	Chennai	Chennai	462.3	6,748,026
4	Coimbatore	Coimbatore	4,304.8	3,464,679
5	Cuddalore	Cuddalore	3,746.4	2,564,584
6	Dharmapuri	Dharmapuri	4,622.4	1,484,769
7	Dindigul	Dindigul	6,266.6	2,235,702
8	Erode	Erode	2,825.1	2,033,154
9	Kanchipuram	Kanchipuram	4,280.4	2,880,829
10	Karur	Karur	2,756.5	1,045,118
11	Krishnagiri	Krishnagiri	5,255.7	1,059,357
12	Madurai	Madurai	3,730.1	3,058,868
13	Nagapattinam	Nagapattinam	2,509.1	1,698,068
14	Namakkal	Namakkal	3,117.7	1,359,052
15	Perambalur	Perambalur	1,862.1	565,223
16	Pudukkottai	Pudukkottai	4,700.0	1,156,698
17	Ramanathapuram	Ramanathapuram	4,500.6	1,047,893
18	Salem	Salem	5,323.3	3,708,927
19	Sivaganga	Sivaganga	4,208.3	1,012,437
20	Thanjavur	Thanjavur	3,350.5	2,458,777
21	Theni	Theni	3,122.5	1,210,879
22	Tiruchirappalli	Tiruchirappalli	4,529.2	2,747,278
23	Tirunelveli	Tirunelveli	6,313.8	1,705,020
24	Vellore	Vellore	6,295.4	2,197,200
25	Villupuram	Villupuram	3,626.5	2,615,454
26	Tenkasi	Tenkasi	3,489.5	1,059,657
27	Tirupattur	Tirupattur	2,458.0	1,014,399
28	Ranipet	Ranipet	2,642.4	1,294,634
29	Tiruvannamalai	Tiruvannamalai	4,389.0	1,062,840
30	Thoothukudi	Thoothukudi	4,351.2	1,697,309
31	Tiruvarur	Tiruvarur	2,512.2	1,127,246
32	Mayiladuthurai	Mayiladuthurai	1,595.7	547,925
33	Kallakurichi	Kallakurichi	2,735.5	1,071,302

Districts of Tamil Nadu Administrative Structure

Tamil Nadu’s districts are divided into numerous subdivisions. We have provided information about the state’s administrative structure here.

Administrative Structure of Districts in Tamil Nadu
Revenue Divisions	87
Taluks	310
Municipal Corporations	15
Municipalities	121
Blocks	385
Village Panchayats	12,618
Town Panchayats	528

FAQs

Which is the 38 district in Tamil Nadu?

Nagapattinam district has been carved out as the state's 38th district. Mayiladuthurai, Sirkazhi, Tarangambadi, and Kuthalam are the four taluks in the new district.

How many districts are there in Tamil Nadu?

Tamil Nadu is one of Southern India's most populous states. Tamil Nadu is divided into 38 districts.

Which is the 2 biggest district in Tamilnadu?

For administrative purposes, the state of Tamil Nadu is further divided into districts. Viluppuram is the largest district in Tamil Nadu, covering an area of 7194 km2, while Chennai is the smallest, covering an area of 175 km2.

Which is the smallest district in TN?

Kanniyakumari district is Tamil Nadu's smallest district. Despite being the smallest in terms of area (1672/Sq.Km), it has the highest population density in Tamil Nadu (1119/Sq.Km) after Chennai.