Karimpuzha-I Village - Ottappalam, Palakkad
Karimpuzha-I is a village situated in the Ottappalam taluka of Palakkad district, Kerala. It is located approximately 24 km from the tehsil headquarters in Ottappalam and around 40 km from the district headquarters in Palakkad. Karimpuzha serves as the Gram Panchayat for Karimpuzha-I village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Karimpuzha-I is 627574. The village covers a total geographical area of 2691 hectares and falls under the 678597 pincode. Ottappalam is the nearest town, located about 23 km away.
Karimpuzha-I village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Ottappalam Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Palakkad Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Karimpuzha-I
As per Census 2011, Karimpuzha-I village has a total population of 19,287 people, consisting of 9,189 males and 10,098 females. The village has 4,208 households and a sex ratio of 1,098 females per 1,000 males. There are 2,323 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 15,476 literate and 3,811 illiterate residents. Additionally, 2,040 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 24 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Karimpuzha-I are given below:
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 19,287 | 9,189 | 10,098 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 2,323 | 1,158 | 1,165 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 2,040 | 990 | 1,050 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 24 | 14 | 10 |
| Literate Population | 15,476 | 7,503 | 7,973 |
| Illiterate Population | 3,811 | 1,686 | 2,125 |
Nearby Villages of Karimpuzha-I
Karimpuzha-I 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Sreekrishnapuram -i | South-East | 4.30 km |
| Kumaramputhur | North-East | 4.78 km |
| Thachanattukara-i | North-West | 5.25 km |
| Karimpuzha-ii | East | 5.96 km |
| Vellinezhi | South-West | 5.97 km |
| Thachanattukara-ii | West | 7.21 km |
| Sreekrishnapuram -ii | South | 7.53 km |
| Arakkuparamba | North-West | 9.24 km |
| Aliparamba | West | 10.57 km |
| Payyanadam | North | 10.86 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Karimpuzha-I
Karimpuzha-I is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Ottappalam, while the nearest airport is Calicut International Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 40.4 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | Available within >10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Ottappalam to Karimpuzha-I is about 23 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Palakkad to Karimpuzha-I is about 40 km, with the usual travel time around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Karimpuzha-I
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Karimpuzha-I 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 Karimpuzha-I
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Karimpuzha-I 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 Karimpuzha-I
Where is Karimpuzha-I located?
Karimpuzha-I village is located in Ottappalam Taluka, Palakkad district, Kerala, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Karimpuzha-I?
The Gram Panchayat of Karimpuzha-I is Karimpuzha.
What is the pincode of Karimpuzha-I?
The pincode of Karimpuzha-I is 678597.
What is the population of Karimpuzha-I?
Karimpuzha-I has a total population of 19,287, including 9,189 males and 10,098 females.
How many households are there in Karimpuzha-I?
There are 4,208 households in Karimpuzha-I.
What is the literacy rate in Karimpuzha-I?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Karimpuzha-I is 80.24%. Male literacy is 81.65% and female literacy is 78.96%.