Karaikeni

Karaikeni is a village located in Peraiyur taluka of Madurai district in Tamil Nadu, India. It is situated 10km away from sub-district headquarter Peraiyur (tehsildar office) and 50km away from district headquarter Madurai. As per 2009 stats, Karaikeni village is also a gram panchayat.

Karaikeni has its own place in the vibrant Madurai region. In the following sections, you’ll find details about population, literacy, households, children, caste data, area, pincode, local governance, nearby villages, connectivity, and more.

About Karaikeni

According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Karaikeni is 640903. The village spans a total geographical area of 1061.45 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 625702. T.kalluppatti is nearest town to Karaikeni village for all major economic activities.

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Population of Karaikeni

Below is a concise population overview of Karaikeni as per the Census 2011 data. The table highlights the key population metrics categorized by gender and social groups.

ParticularsTotalMaleFemale
Total Population 1,718 861 857
Child Population (0–6 yrs) 184 96 88
Scheduled Castes (SC) 87 46 41
Scheduled Tribes (ST) N/A N/A N/A
Literate Population 1,126 631 495
Illiterate Population 592 230 362

Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Karaikeni village:

  • The total population of Karaikeni village is around 1,718, including approximately 861 males and 857 females, with a sex ratio of 995 females per 1,000 males.
  • There are about 184 children aged 0–6 years in Karaikeni village, reflecting the young population in the village.
  • Karaikeni village has 87 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC).
  • The literacy rate of Karaikeni village is about 65.54%, with male literacy at 73.29% and female literacy at 57.76%.
  • There are around 438 households in Karaikeni village.

Connectivity of Karaikeni

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

Nearby Villages of Karaikeni

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

Sandaiyur Koovalapuram Madagam Kadaneri Vairavi Ammapatti Velambur Vaiyur Nallamaran Silarpatti Gopalapuram Jari Usilampatti

Frequently Asked Questions about Karaikeni

Where is Karaikeni located?
Karaikeni village is situated in Peraiyur Taluka, within the Madurai district of Tamil Nadu, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Karaikeni?
Karaikeni serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
What is the pincode of Karaikeni?
The pincode of Karaikeni is 625702, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
What is the population of Karaikeni as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Karaikeni is 1,718, with 861 males and 857 females.
How many households are there in Karaikeni as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Karaikeni village has a total of 438 households.
What is the literacy rate in Karaikeni as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Karaikeni is 65.54%. The male literacy rate is 73.29%, while the female literacy rate is 57.76%.