Korkadu

Korkadu is a village located in Bahour Taluk taluka of Puducherry district in Puducherry, India. It is situated 8km away from sub-district headquarter Bahour (tehsildar office) and 15km away from district headquarter Puducherry. As per 2009 stats, Korkadu village is also a gram panchayat.

Korkadu has its own place in the vibrant Puducherry 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 Korkadu

According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Korkadu is 644965. The village spans a total geographical area of 345 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 605110. Puducherry is nearest town to Korkadu village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 14km away.

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Population of Korkadu

Below is a concise population overview of Korkadu as per the Census 2011 data. The table highlights the key population metrics categorized by gender and social groups.

ParticularsTotalMaleFemale
Total Population 3,418 1,680 1,738
Child Population (0–6 yrs) 399 187 212
Scheduled Castes (SC) 1,235 612 623
Scheduled Tribes (ST) N/A N/A N/A
Literate Population 2,271 1,256 1,015
Illiterate Population 1,147 424 723

Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Korkadu village:

  • The total population of Korkadu village is around 3,418, including approximately 1,680 males and 1,738 females, with a sex ratio of 1034 females per 1,000 males.
  • There are about 399 children aged 0–6 years in Korkadu village, reflecting the young population in the village.
  • Korkadu village has 1,235 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC).
  • The literacy rate of Korkadu village is about 66.44%, with male literacy at 74.76% and female literacy at 58.40%.
  • There are around 838 households in Korkadu village.

Connectivity of Korkadu

Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Korkadu. As per the 2011 stats, Korkadu 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 <5 km distance

Nearby Villages of Korkadu

Knowing the nearby villages of Korkadu helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Korkadu.

Madukkarai Kariamanickam Eripakkam Embalam Karikalampakkam Pandasozhanur Nettapakkam Panayadikuppam Aranganur Kirumampakkam

Frequently Asked Questions about Korkadu

Where is Korkadu located?
Korkadu village is situated in Bahour Taluk Taluka, within the Puducherry district of Puducherry, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Korkadu?
Korkadu serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
What is the pincode of Korkadu?
The pincode of Korkadu is 605110, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
What is the population of Korkadu as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Korkadu is 3,418, with 1,680 males and 1,738 females.
How many households are there in Korkadu as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Korkadu village has a total of 838 households.
What is the literacy rate in Korkadu as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Korkadu is 66.44%. The male literacy rate is 74.76%, while the female literacy rate is 58.40%.