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.
Here you can discover what makes Korkadu unique in its vibrant Bahour Taluk-Puducherry region. You’ll see Korkadu’s rich profile with demographics like population, households, literacy, sex ratio, kids, castes etc., geographical details like satellite map, area, pincode, plus local governance through gram panchayat, broader constituencies, nearby villages, connectivity, and answers to common questions.
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.
Google Map of Korkadu
Population of Korkadu
According to the 2011 Census, Korkadu has a total population of about 3,418, with approximately 1,680 males and 1,738 females. The sex ratio is around 1034 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 399 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 1,235 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. Information about the Scheduled Tribes (ST) population is not available. The overall literacy rate is approximately 66.44%, with male literacy at about 74.76% and female literacy near 58.40%. There are around 838 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Korkadu's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| 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 |
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.
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%.