Karadichittur - Chinnasalem, Kallakurichi
Karadichittur is a village situated in the Chinnasalem taluka of Kallakurichi district, Tamil Nadu. It is located approximately 20 km from Kallakkurichi and around 100 km from Viluppuram. Ka. Chellampattu serves as the Gram Panchayat for Karadichittur village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Karadichittur is 633419. The village covers a total geographical area of 1497.33 hectares and falls under the 606207 pincode. Kallakurichi is the nearest town.
Karadichittur village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Sankarapuram Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Kallakurichi Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Karadichittur
As per Census 2011, Karadichittur village has a total population of 8,902 people, consisting of 4,517 males and 4,385 females. The village has 2,012 households and a sex ratio of 970 females per 1,000 males. There are 1,172 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 5,204 literate and 3,698 illiterate residents. Additionally, 3,124 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 1 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Karadichittur are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 8,902 | 4,517 | 4,385 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 1,172 | 638 | 534 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 3,124 | 1,567 | 1,557 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1 | - | 1 |
| Literate Population | 5,204 | 2,978 | 2,226 |
| Illiterate Population | 3,698 | 1,539 | 2,159 |
Nearby Villages of Karadichittur
Karadichittur 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Manmalai | West | 2.62 km |
| Seshasamudram | North-East | 2.88 km |
| Thavadippattu | South-East | 3.04 km |
| Palrampattu | South | 3.06 km |
| Sellampattu | North-West | 3.09 km |
| Mathur | South-West | 3.67 km |
| Poykkunam | North | 4.46 km |
| Nedumanur | North-East | 4.48 km |
| Madavachcheri | South-East | 4.51 km |
| Cholampattu | East | 4.90 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Karadichittur
Karadichittur is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Chinna Salem, while the nearest airport is Salem Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 66.3 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. the road distance from Viluppuram to Karadichittur is about 100 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.9 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Karadichittur
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Karadichittur village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | Yes | Available within village |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Karadichittur
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Karadichittur village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Karadichittur
Where is Karadichittur located?
Karadichittur village is located in Chinnasalem Taluka, Kallakurichi district, Tamil Nadu, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Karadichittur?
The Gram Panchayat of Karadichittur is Ka. Chellampattu.
What is the pincode of Karadichittur?
The pincode of Karadichittur is 606207.
What is the population of Karadichittur?
Karadichittur has a total population of 8,902, including 4,517 males and 4,385 females.
How many households are there in Karadichittur?
There are 2,012 households in Karadichittur.
What is the literacy rate in Karadichittur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Karadichittur is 58.46%. Male literacy is 65.93% and female literacy is 50.76%.