Karungalakudi
Karungalakudi is a village located in Melur taluka of Madurai district in Tamil Nadu, India. It is situated 17km away from sub-district headquarter Melur (tehsildar office) and 43km away from district headquarter Madurai. As per 2009 stats, Karungalakudy is the gram panchayat of Karungalakudi village.
Here you can discover what makes Karungalakudi unique in its vibrant Melur-Madurai region. You’ll see Karungalakudi’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 Karungalakudi
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Karungalakudi is 640500. The village spans a total geographical area of 1525.15 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 625101. Melur is nearest town to Karungalakudi village for all major economic activities.
Google Map of Karungalakudi
Population of Karungalakudi
According to the 2011 Census, Karungalakudi has a total population of about 6,842, with approximately 3,475 males and 3,367 females. The sex ratio is around 968 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 738 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 995 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 69.39%, with male literacy at about 75.22% and female literacy near 63.38%. There are around 1,708 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Karungalakudi's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 6,842 | 3,475 | 3,367 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 738 | 407 | 331 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 995 | 504 | 491 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Literate Population | 4,748 | 2,614 | 2,134 |
| Illiterate Population | 2,094 | 861 | 1,233 |
Connectivity of Karungalakudi
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Karungalakudi. As per the 2011 stats, Karungalakudi 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 Karungalakudi
Knowing the nearby villages of Karungalakudi helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Karungalakudi.
Frequently Asked Questions about Karungalakudi
- Where is Karungalakudi located?
- Karungalakudi village is situated in Melur Taluka, within the Madurai district of Tamil Nadu, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Karungalakudi?
- The Gram Panchayat of Karungalakudi is Karungalakudy (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the pincode of Karungalakudi?
- The pincode of Karungalakudi is 625101, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Karungalakudi as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Karungalakudi is 6,842, with 3,475 males and 3,367 females.
- How many households are there in Karungalakudi as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Karungalakudi village has a total of 1,708 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Karungalakudi as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Karungalakudi is 69.39%. The male literacy rate is 75.22%, while the female literacy rate is 63.38%.