Karkudal

Karkudal is a village located in Virudhachalam taluka of Cuddalore district in Tamil Nadu, India. It is situated 5km away from sub-district headquarter Virudhachalam (tehsildar office) and 60km away from district headquarter Cuddalore. As per 2009 stats, Karkudal village is also a gram panchayat.

Karkudal has its own place in the vibrant Cuddalore 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 Karkudal

According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Karkudal is 637159. The village spans a total geographical area of 498.27 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 606007. Virudhachalam is nearest town to Karkudal village for all major economic activities.

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Population of Karkudal

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

ParticularsTotalMaleFemale
Total Population 3,926 1,979 1,947
Child Population (0–6 yrs) 457 261 196
Scheduled Castes (SC) 1,366 681 685
Scheduled Tribes (ST) N/A N/A N/A
Literate Population 2,407 1,370 1,037
Illiterate Population 1,519 609 910

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

  • The total population of Karkudal village is around 3,926, including approximately 1,979 males and 1,947 females, with a sex ratio of 983 females per 1,000 males.
  • There are about 457 children aged 0–6 years in Karkudal village, reflecting the young population in the village.
  • Karkudal village has 1,366 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC).
  • The literacy rate of Karkudal village is about 61.31%, with male literacy at 69.23% and female literacy at 53.26%.
  • There are around 972 households in Karkudal village.

Connectivity of Karkudal

Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Karkudal. As per the 2011 stats, Karkudal 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 - 10 km distance

Nearby Villages of Karkudal

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

Mukundanallur Sathukudal Ka Elamangalam Alichikudi Mavidandal Sathamangalam U Kulapakkam Arasakuli U Agaram Uthangal

Frequently Asked Questions about Karkudal

Where is Karkudal located?
Karkudal village is situated in Virudhachalam Taluka, within the Cuddalore district of Tamil Nadu, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Karkudal?
Karkudal serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
What is the pincode of Karkudal?
The pincode of Karkudal is 606007, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
What is the population of Karkudal as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Karkudal is 3,926, with 1,979 males and 1,947 females.
How many households are there in Karkudal as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Karkudal village has a total of 972 households.
What is the literacy rate in Karkudal as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Karkudal is 61.31%. The male literacy rate is 69.23%, while the female literacy rate is 53.26%.