Karulai - Nilambur, Malappuram
Karulai is a village situated in the Nilambur taluka of Malappuram district, Kerala. It is located approximately 10 km from the tehsil headquarters in Nilambur and around 48 km from the district headquarters in Malappuram. Karulai village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Karulai is 627477. The village covers a total geographical area of 13253 hectares and falls under the 679330 pincode. Manjeri is the nearest town, located about 35 km away.
Karulai village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Nilambur Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Wayanad Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Karulai
As per Census 2011, Karulai village has a total population of 25,758 people, consisting of 12,174 males and 13,584 females. The village has 5,537 households and a sex ratio of 1,115 females per 1,000 males. There are 3,520 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 19,871 literate and 5,887 illiterate residents. Additionally, 2,924 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 1,066 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Karulai are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 25,758 | 12,174 | 13,584 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 3,520 | 1,799 | 1,721 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 2,924 | 1,405 | 1,519 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1,066 | 548 | 518 |
| Literate Population | 19,871 | 9,527 | 10,344 |
| Illiterate Population | 5,887 | 2,647 | 3,240 |
Nearby Villages of Karulai
Karulai is surrounded by several neighbouring villages in various directions. The table below lists these nearby villages along with their approximate aerial (straight-line) distances and directions from the village:
| Nearby Village | Direction | Approx. Distance (Aerial) |
|---|---|---|
| Amarambalam | South-West | 10.57 km |
| Chokkad | South-West | 12.89 km |
| Edakkara | North-West | 16.51 km |
| Kalikavu | South-West | 16.80 km |
| Kerala Estate | South | 19.38 km |
| Nilambur (ct) | West | 20.22 km |
| Padavayal | South | 20.49 km |
| Chungathara | North-West | 20.85 km |
| Vellayur | South-West | 21.52 km |
| Karuvarakundu | South | 23.46 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Karulai
Karulai is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Nilambur Road, while the nearest airport is Calicut International Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 41.5 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | Available within 5-10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Manjeri to Karulai is about 35 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Malappuram to Karulai is about 48 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.4 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Karulai
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Karulai village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | Yes | Available within village |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Karulai
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Karulai village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Karulai
Where is Karulai located?
Karulai village is located in Nilambur Taluka, Malappuram district, Kerala, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Karulai?
Karulai is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Karulai?
The pincode of Karulai is 679330.
What is the population of Karulai?
Karulai has a total population of 25,758, including 12,174 males and 13,584 females.
How many households are there in Karulai?
There are 5,537 households in Karulai.
What is the literacy rate in Karulai?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Karulai is 77.14%. Male literacy is 78.26% and female literacy is 76.15%.