Karungal
Karungal is a village located in Vedasandur taluka of Dindigul district in Tamil Nadu, India. It is situated 40km away from sub-district headquarter Vedasandur (tehsildar office) and 55km away from district headquarter Dindigul. As per 2009 stats, Karungal village is also a gram panchayat.
Here you can discover what makes Karungal unique in its vibrant Vedasandur-Dindigul region. You’ll see Karungal’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 Karungal
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Karungal is 635239. The village spans a total geographical area of 908.63 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 624620. Karur is nearest town to Karungal village for all major economic activities.
Google Map of Karungal
Population of Karungal
According to the 2011 Census, Karungal has a total population of about 3,966, with approximately 2,014 males and 1,952 females. The sex ratio is around 969 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 437 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 1,048 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 60.04%, with male literacy at about 70.95% and female literacy near 48.77%. There are around 932 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Karungal's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 3,966 | 2,014 | 1,952 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 437 | 238 | 199 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 1,048 | 537 | 511 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Literate Population | 2,381 | 1,429 | 952 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,585 | 585 | 1,000 |
Connectivity of Karungal
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Karungal. As per the 2011 stats, Karungal had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within <5 km distance |
| Private Bus Service | Available within <5 km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within <5 km distance |
Nearby Villages of Karungal
Knowing the nearby villages of Karungal helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Karungal.
Frequently Asked Questions about Karungal
- Where is Karungal located?
- Karungal village is situated in Vedasandur Taluka, within the Dindigul district of Tamil Nadu, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Karungal?
- Karungal serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
- What is the pincode of Karungal?
- The pincode of Karungal is 624620, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Karungal as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Karungal is 3,966, with 2,014 males and 1,952 females.
- How many households are there in Karungal as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Karungal village has a total of 932 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Karungal as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Karungal is 60.04%. The male literacy rate is 70.95%, while the female literacy rate is 48.77%.