Karindalam
Karindalam is a village located in Hosdurg taluka of Kasaragod district in Kerala, India. It is situated 25km away from sub-district headquarter Kanhangad (tehsildar office) and 60km away from district headquarter Kasaragod. As per 2009 stats, Kinanoor Karindalam is the gram panchayat of Karindalam village.
Karindalam has its own place in the vibrant Kasaragod 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 Karindalam
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Karindalam is 627156. The village spans a total geographical area of 2037 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 671314. Kanhangad is nearest town to Karindalam village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 28km away.
When it comes to local governance, Karindalam village is administered by a Sarpanch, the elected head of the village, in accordance with the Constitution of India and the Panchayati Raj Act. The village falls under the Kanhangad Vidhan Sabha constituency for state-level representation and the Kasaragod Lok Sabha constituency for national parliamentary elections. The local administration is responsible for civic services and development within the village.
Google Map of Karindalam
Population of Karindalam
Below is a concise population overview of Karindalam 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 | 6,602 | 3,240 | 3,362 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 646 | 333 | 313 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 22 | 12 | 10 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 626 | 318 | 308 |
| Literate Population | 5,368 | 2,724 | 2,644 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,234 | 516 | 718 |
Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Karindalam village:
- The total population of Karindalam village is around 6,602, including approximately 3,240 males and 3,362 females, with a sex ratio of 1037 females per 1,000 males.
- There are about 646 children aged 0–6 years in Karindalam village, reflecting the young population in the village.
- Karindalam village has 22 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC) and 626 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
- The literacy rate of Karindalam village is about 81.31%, with male literacy at 84.07% and female literacy at 78.64%.
- There are around 1,661 households in Karindalam village.
Connectivity of Karindalam
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Karindalam. As per the 2011 stats, Karindalam 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 Karindalam
Knowing the nearby villages of Karindalam helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Karindalam.
Frequently Asked Questions about Karindalam
- Where is Karindalam located?
- Karindalam village is situated in Hosdurg Taluka, within the Kasaragod district of Kerala, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Karindalam?
- The Gram Panchayat of Karindalam is Kinanoor Karindalam (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the pincode of Karindalam?
- The pincode of Karindalam is 671314, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Karindalam as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Karindalam is 6,602, with 3,240 males and 3,362 females.
- How many households are there in Karindalam as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Karindalam village has a total of 1,661 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Karindalam as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Karindalam is 81.31%. The male literacy rate is 84.07%, while the female literacy rate is 78.64%.