Karkoil
Karkoil is a village located in Sirkali taluka of Nagapattinam district in Tamil Nadu, India. It is situated 8km away from sub-district headquarter Sirkali (tehsildar office) and 60km away from district headquarter Nagapattinam. As per 2009 stats, Karkoil village is also a gram panchayat.
Here you can discover what makes Karkoil unique in its vibrant Sirkali-Nagapattinam region. You’ll see Karkoil’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 Karkoil
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Karkoil is 637423. The village spans a total geographical area of 379.75 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 609117. Vaitheeswaran Kovil is nearest town to Karkoil village for all major economic activities.
Google Map of Karkoil
Population of Karkoil
According to the 2011 Census, Karkoil has a total population of about 1,663, with approximately 836 males and 827 females. The sex ratio is around 989 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 176 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 839 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 62.30%, with male literacy at about 67.70% and female literacy near 56.83%. There are around 390 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Karkoil's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,663 | 836 | 827 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 176 | 93 | 83 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 839 | 410 | 429 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Literate Population | 1,036 | 566 | 470 |
| Illiterate Population | 627 | 270 | 357 |
Connectivity of Karkoil
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Karkoil. As per the 2011 stats, Karkoil 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 <5 km distance |
Nearby Villages of Karkoil
Knowing the nearby villages of Karkoil helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Karkoil.
Frequently Asked Questions about Karkoil
- Where is Karkoil located?
- Karkoil village is situated in Sirkali Taluka, within the Nagapattinam district of Tamil Nadu, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Karkoil?
- Karkoil serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
- What is the pincode of Karkoil?
- The pincode of Karkoil is 609117, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Karkoil as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Karkoil is 1,663, with 836 males and 827 females.
- How many households are there in Karkoil as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Karkoil village has a total of 390 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Karkoil as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Karkoil is 62.30%. The male literacy rate is 67.70%, while the female literacy rate is 56.83%.