Karumathur
Karumathur is a village located in Usilampatti taluka of Madurai district in Tamil Nadu, India. It is situated 15km away from sub-district headquarter Usilampatti (tehsildar office) and 22km away from district headquarter Madurai. As per 2009 stats, Karumathur village is also a gram panchayat.
Here you can discover what makes Karumathur unique in its vibrant Usilampatti-Madurai region. You’ll see Karumathur’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 Karumathur
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Karumathur is 640821. The village spans a total geographical area of 1630.3 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 625514. Usilampatti is nearest town to Karumathur village for all major economic activities.
Google Map of Karumathur
Population of Karumathur
According to the 2011 Census, Karumathur has a total population of about 6,737, with approximately 3,559 males and 3,178 females. The sex ratio is around 892 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 617 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 1,075 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 4. The overall literacy rate is approximately 65.62%, with male literacy at about 74.85% and female literacy near 55.29%. There are around 1,902 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Karumathur's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 6,737 | 3,559 | 3,178 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 617 | 347 | 270 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 1,075 | 566 | 509 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 4 | 4 | N/A |
| Literate Population | 4,421 | 2,664 | 1,757 |
| Illiterate Population | 2,316 | 895 | 1,421 |
Connectivity of Karumathur
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Karumathur. As per the 2011 stats, Karumathur 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 Karumathur
Knowing the nearby villages of Karumathur helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Karumathur.
Frequently Asked Questions about Karumathur
- Where is Karumathur located?
- Karumathur village is situated in Usilampatti Taluka, within the Madurai district of Tamil Nadu, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Karumathur?
- Karumathur serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
- What is the pincode of Karumathur?
- The pincode of Karumathur is 625514, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Karumathur as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Karumathur is 6,737, with 3,559 males and 3,178 females.
- How many households are there in Karumathur as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Karumathur village has a total of 1,902 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Karumathur as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Karumathur is 65.62%. The male literacy rate is 74.85%, while the female literacy rate is 55.29%.