Karimba -Ii - Mannarkad, Palakkad
Karimba -Ii is a village situated in the Mannarkad taluka of Palakkad district, Kerala. It is located approximately 16 km from the tehsil headquarters in Mannarkad and around 23 km from the district headquarters in Palakkad. Karimba serves as the Gram Panchayat for Karimba -Ii village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Karimba -Ii is 627621. The village covers a total geographical area of 935 hectares and falls under the 678597 pincode. Palakkad is the nearest town, located about 23 km away.
Karimba -Ii village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Kongad Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Palakkad Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Karimba -Ii
As per Census 2011, Karimba -Ii village has a total population of 11,930 people, consisting of 5,744 males and 6,186 females. The village has 2,700 households and a sex ratio of 1,076 females per 1,000 males. There are 1,325 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 9,739 literate and 2,191 illiterate residents. Additionally, 1,199 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 7 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Karimba -Ii are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 11,930 | 5,744 | 6,186 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 1,325 | 689 | 636 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 1,199 | 587 | 612 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 7 | 4 | 3 |
| Literate Population | 9,739 | 4,774 | 4,965 |
| Illiterate Population | 2,191 | 970 | 1,221 |
Nearby Villages of Karimba -Ii
Karimba -Ii 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Karimba -i | North-West | 3.17 km |
| Mundur-ii | South | 4.34 km |
| Kongad-i | South-West | 5.18 km |
| Kongad-ii | South-West | 7.17 km |
| Mundur-i | South | 7.81 km |
| Thachampara | North-West | 8.04 km |
| Palakkayam | North | 9.36 km |
| Parli-i | South | 10.21 km |
| Karimpuzha-ii | West | 10.61 km |
| Parli-ii | South | 11.94 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Karimba -Ii
Karimba -Ii is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Parli, while the nearest airport is Coimbatore International Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 42.1 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Palakkad to Karimba -Ii is about 23 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Karimba -Ii
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Karimba -Ii 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 Karimba -Ii
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Karimba -Ii 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 5-10 km |
FAQs about Karimba -Ii
Where is Karimba -Ii located?
Karimba -Ii village is located in Mannarkad Taluka, Palakkad district, Kerala, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Karimba -Ii?
The Gram Panchayat of Karimba -Ii is Karimba.
What is the pincode of Karimba -Ii?
The pincode of Karimba -Ii is 678597.
What is the population of Karimba -Ii?
Karimba -Ii has a total population of 11,930, including 5,744 males and 6,186 females.
How many households are there in Karimba -Ii?
There are 2,700 households in Karimba -Ii.
What is the literacy rate in Karimba -Ii?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Karimba -Ii is 81.63%. Male literacy is 83.11% and female literacy is 80.26%.