Karukachal
About Karukachal
According to Census 2011 information the location code or village code of Karukachal village is 628186. Karukachal village is located in Changanassery taluka of Kottayam district in Kerala, India. It is situated 16km away from sub-district headquarter Changanassery (tehsildar office) and 22km away from district headquarter Kottayam. As per 2009 stats, Karukachal village is also a gram panchayat.
The total geographical area of village is 2124 hectares. Karukachal has a total population of 22,977 peoples, out of which male population is 11,072 while female population is 11,905. This results in a sex ratio of approximately 1075 females for every 1,000 males. Literacy rate of karukachal village is 89.35% out of which 89.28% males and 89.42% females are literate. There are about 5,891 houses in karukachal village. Pincode of karukachal village locality is 686540.
When it comes to administration, Karukachal village is governed by a Sarpanch, who is an elected representative (Head of Village) chosen through local elections, as per the Constitution of India and the Panchayati Raj Act. As per 2019 stats, Karukachal village comes under Kanjirappally Vidhan Sabha constituency & Pathanamthitta Lok Sabha constituency. Changanassery is nearest town to karukachal village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 14km away.
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Population of Karukachal
The population details of Karukachal cover important figures like total population, male and female population, children aged 0–6 years, and the number of literate and illiterate people. It also shows how many residents belong to Scheduled Castes and Scheduled Tribes. These details help in understanding the village structure, education level, and community groups.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 22,977 | 11,072 | 11,905 |
| Child Population (Age 0–6) | 1,997 | 1,030 | 967 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) Population | 2,995 | 1,462 | 1,533 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) Population | 131 | 67 | 64 |
| Literate Population | 20,530 | 9,885 | 10,645 |
| Illiterate Population | 2,447 | 1,187 | 1,260 |
Connectivity of Karukachal
| 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 |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Karukachal
Where is Karukachal located?
Karukachal village is situated in Changanassery Taluka, within the Kottayam district of Kerala, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Karukachal?
Karukachal serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
What is the pincode of Karukachal?
The pincode of Karukachal is 686540, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
What is the population of Karukachal as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Karukachal is 22,977, with 11,072 males and 11,905 females.
How many households are there in Karukachal as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Karukachal village has a total of 5,891 households.
What is the literacy rate in Karukachal as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Karukachal is 89.35%. The male literacy rate is 89.28%, while the female literacy rate is 89.42%.