Karaya
Karaya is a village located in Beltangadi taluka of Dakshina Kannada district in Karnataka, India. It is situated 16km away from sub-district headquarter Beltangady (tehsildar office) and 54km away from district headquarter Mangalore. As per 2009 stats, Thannirupantha is the gram panchayat of Karaya village.
Karaya has its own place in the vibrant Dakshina Kannada region. In the following sections, you’ll find details about population, literacy, households, children, caste data, area, pincode, local governance, nearby villages, connectivity, and more.
About Karaya
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Karaya is 617668. The village spans a total geographical area of 954.41 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 574326. Puttur is nearest town to Karaya village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 16km away.
Google Map of Karaya
Population of Karaya
Below is a concise population overview of Karaya as per the Census 2011 data. The table highlights the key population metrics categorized by gender and social groups.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 3,948 | 2,013 | 1,935 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 469 | 259 | 210 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 350 | 175 | 175 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 196 | 105 | 91 |
| Literate Population | 2,945 | 1,585 | 1,360 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,003 | 428 | 575 |
Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Karaya village:
- The total population of Karaya village is around 3,948, including approximately 2,013 males and 1,935 females, with a sex ratio of 961 females per 1,000 males.
- There are about 469 children aged 0–6 years in Karaya village, reflecting the young population in the village.
- Karaya village has 350 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC) and 196 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
- The literacy rate of Karaya village is about 74.59%, with male literacy at 78.74% and female literacy at 70.28%.
- There are around 746 households in Karaya village.
Connectivity of Karaya
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Karaya. As per the 2011 stats, Karaya had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Available within village |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Karaya
Knowing the nearby villages of Karaya helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Karaya.
Frequently Asked Questions about Karaya
- Where is Karaya located?
- Karaya village is situated in Beltangadi Taluka, within the Dakshina Kannada district of Karnataka, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Karaya?
- The Gram Panchayat of Karaya is Thannirupantha (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the pincode of Karaya?
- The pincode of Karaya is 574326, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Karaya as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Karaya is 3,948, with 2,013 males and 1,935 females.
- How many households are there in Karaya as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Karaya village has a total of 746 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Karaya as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Karaya is 74.59%. The male literacy rate is 78.74%, while the female literacy rate is 70.28%.