Karnatham - Virudhachalam, Cuddalore
Karnatham is a village situated in the Virudhachalam taluka of Cuddalore district, Tamil Nadu. It is located approximately 20 km from the tehsil headquarters in Virudhachalam and around 70 km from the district headquarters in Cuddalore. Karnatham village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Karnatham is 637077. The village covers a total geographical area of 325.11 hectares and falls under the 606104 pincode. Mangalampettai is the nearest town.
Karnatham village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Vriddhachalam Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Cuddalore Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Karnatham
As per Census 2011, Karnatham village has a total population of 2,343 people, consisting of 1,140 males and 1,203 females. The village has 531 households and a sex ratio of 1,055 females per 1,000 males. There are 306 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,379 literate and 964 illiterate residents. Additionally, 743 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Karnatham are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,343 | 1,140 | 1,203 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 306 | 141 | 165 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 743 | 348 | 395 |
| Literate Population | 1,379 | 786 | 593 |
| Illiterate Population | 964 | 354 | 610 |
Nearby Villages of Karnatham
Karnatham is surrounded by several neighbouring villages in various directions. The table below lists these nearby villages along with their approximate aerial (straight-line) distances and directions from the village:
| Nearby Village | Direction | Approx. Distance (Aerial) |
|---|---|---|
| Visalur | North-West | 1.39 km |
| Kattuparur | South-West | 1.91 km |
| Agaram | South | 2.61 km |
| Pullur | North | 2.88 km |
| Kovilanur | East | 2.91 km |
| Arasampoondi | North-East | 3.26 km |
| Pallipattu | South-East | 3.27 km |
| Kattunemili | North-East | 3.49 km |
| Pali | West | 3.59 km |
| Edaichchithur | South-West | 3.95 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Karnatham
Karnatham is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Meppuliyur, while the nearest airport is Pondicherry Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 53.2 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| 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 Cuddalore to Karnatham is about 70 km, with the usual travel time around ~2 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Karnatham
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Karnatham 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 Karnatham
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Karnatham village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Karnatham
Where is Karnatham located?
Karnatham village is located in Virudhachalam Taluka, Cuddalore district, Tamil Nadu, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Karnatham?
Karnatham is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Karnatham?
The pincode of Karnatham is 606104.
What is the population of Karnatham?
Karnatham has a total population of 2,343, including 1,140 males and 1,203 females.
How many households are there in Karnatham?
There are 531 households in Karnatham.
What is the literacy rate in Karnatham?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Karnatham is 58.86%. Male literacy is 68.95% and female literacy is 49.29%.