Karattupalayam

Karattupalayam is a village located in Gobichettipalayam taluka of Erode district in Tamil Nadu, India. It is situated 12km away from sub-district headquarter Gobichettipalayam (tehsildar office) and 47km away from district headquarter Erode. As per 2009 stats, Karattupalayam village is also a gram panchayat.

Here you can discover what makes Karattupalayam unique in its vibrant Gobichettipalayam-Erode region. You’ll see Karattupalayam’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 Karattupalayam

According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Karattupalayam is 634929. The village spans a total geographical area of 2003.16 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 638457. Kasipalayam is nearest town to Karattupalayam village for all major economic activities.

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Population of Karattupalayam

According to the 2011 Census, Karattupalayam has a total population of about 7,835, with approximately 3,935 males and 3,900 females. The sex ratio is around 991 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 660 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 2,314 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 55.67%, with male literacy at about 63.71% and female literacy near 47.56%. There are around 2,419 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Karattupalayam's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.

ParticularsTotalMaleFemale
Total Population 7,835 3,935 3,900
Child Population (0–6 yrs) 660 330 330
Scheduled Castes (SC) 2,314 1,142 1,172
Scheduled Tribes (ST) N/A N/A N/A
Literate Population 4,362 2,507 1,855
Illiterate Population 3,473 1,428 2,045

Connectivity of Karattupalayam

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

Nearby Villages of Karattupalayam

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

Frequently Asked Questions about Karattupalayam

Where is Karattupalayam located?

Karattupalayam village is situated in Gobichettipalayam Taluka, within the Erode district of Tamil Nadu, India.

What is the gram panchayat of Karattupalayam?

Karattupalayam serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.

What is the pincode of Karattupalayam?

The pincode of Karattupalayam is 638457, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.

What is the population of Karattupalayam as per the 2011 Census?

As per the 2011 Census, the population of Karattupalayam is 7,835, with 3,935 males and 3,900 females.

How many households are there in Karattupalayam as per the 2011 Census?

As per the 2011 Census, Karattupalayam village has a total of 2,419 households.

What is the literacy rate in Karattupalayam as per the 2011 Census?

According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Karattupalayam is 55.67%. The male literacy rate is 63.71%, while the female literacy rate is 47.56%.