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.

Here you can discover what makes Karaikeni unique in its vibrant Peraiyur-Madurai region. You’ll see Karaikeni’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 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

According to the 2011 Census, Karaikeni has a total population of about 1,718, with approximately 861 males and 857 females. The sex ratio is around 995 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 184 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 87 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 65.54%, with male literacy at about 73.29% and female literacy near 57.76%. There are around 438 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Karaikeni's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.

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

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.

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%.