Karasoor - Villianur, Puducherry
Karasoor is a village situated in the Villianur taluka of Puducherry district, Puducherry. It is located approximately 11 km from Villianur and around 21 km from Puducherry. Sedurapet serves as the Village Panchayat for Karasoor village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Karasoor is 644943. The village covers a total geographical area of 272.04 hectares and falls under the 605502 pincode. Puducherry is the nearest town, located about 21 km away.
Karasoor village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Oussudu Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the PUDUCHERRY Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Karasoor
According to the 2011 Census, Karasoor village had a total population of 1,752 people, including 871 males and 881 females, living in 397 households. The sex ratio was 1,011 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 81.48%, with male literacy at 88.98% and female literacy at 74.13%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 822.
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 | 1,752 | 871 | 881 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 213 | 109 | 104 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 822 | 414 | 408 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 1,254 | 678 | 576 |
| Illiterate Population | 498 | 193 | 305 |
Nearby Villages of Karasoor
Karasoor 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 Karasoor
Karasoor is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is located within >10 km of Karasoor.
| 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 Puducherry to Karasoor is about 21 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 Karasoor
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Karasoor village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Karasoor
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Karasoor village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Karasoor
Where is Karasoor located?
Karasoor village is located in Villianur Taluka, Puducherry district, Puducherry, India.
What is the Village Panchayat of Karasoor?
The Village Panchayat of Karasoor is Sedurapet.
What is the pincode of Karasoor?
The pincode of Karasoor is 605502.
What is the population of Karasoor?
Karasoor had a total population of 1,752, including 871 males and 881 females.
How many households are there in Karasoor?
Karasoor had 397 households.
What is the literacy rate in Karasoor?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Karasoor was 81.48%. Male literacy was 88.98% and female literacy was 74.13%.