Karaiyamputhur - Bahour, Puducherry
Karaiyamputhur is a village situated in the Bahour taluka of Puducherry district, Puducherry. It is located approximately 15 km from Bahour and around 30 km from Puducherry. Karayamputhur serves as the Village Panchayat for Karaiyamputhur village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Karaiyamputhur is 644975. The village covers a total geographical area of 459.14 hectares and falls under the 605106 pincode. Nellikupam is the nearest town, located about 10 km away.
Karaiyamputhur village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Nettpakkam Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the PUDUCHERRY Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Karaiyamputhur
According to the 2011 Census, Karaiyamputhur village had a total population of 4,518 people, including 2,225 males and 2,293 females, living in 1,077 households. The sex ratio was 1,031 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 76.59%, with male literacy at 85.32% and female literacy at 68.28%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 1,191.
The table below presents a detailed demographic breakdown of the village, including separate male and female figures for each population category.
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 4,518 | 2,225 | 2,293 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 554 | 291 | 263 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 1,191 | 574 | 617 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 3,036 | 1,650 | 1,386 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,482 | 575 | 907 |
Nearby Villages of Karaiyamputhur
Karaiyamputhur is surrounded by several nearby villages in its surroundings. These villages are part of the local area and are commonly connected through local routes and daily movement of people.
Transport and Connectivity of Karaiyamputhur
Karaiyamputhur is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services.
| 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 Nellikupam to Karaiyamputhur is about 10 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Puducherry to Karaiyamputhur is about 30 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 Karaiyamputhur
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Karaiyamputhur 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 Karaiyamputhur
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Karaiyamputhur 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) | Yes | Available within village |
FAQs about Karaiyamputhur
Where is Karaiyamputhur located?
Karaiyamputhur village is located in Bahour Taluka, Puducherry district, Puducherry, India.
What is the Village Panchayat of Karaiyamputhur?
The Village Panchayat of Karaiyamputhur is Karayamputhur.
What is the pincode of Karaiyamputhur?
The pincode of Karaiyamputhur is 605106.
What is the population of Karaiyamputhur?
Karaiyamputhur had a total population of 4,518, including 2,225 males and 2,293 females.
How many households are there in Karaiyamputhur?
Karaiyamputhur had 1,077 households.
What is the literacy rate in Karaiyamputhur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Karaiyamputhur was 76.59%. Male literacy was 85.32% and female literacy was 68.28%.