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.

Karkoil has its own place in the vibrant Nagapattinam 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 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.

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Population of Karkoil

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

ParticularsTotalMaleFemale
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

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

  • The total population of Karkoil village is around 1,663, including approximately 836 males and 827 females, with a sex ratio of 989 females per 1,000 males.
  • There are about 176 children aged 0–6 years in Karkoil village, reflecting the young population in the village.
  • Karkoil village has 839 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC).
  • The literacy rate of Karkoil village is about 62.30%, with male literacy at 67.70% and female literacy at 56.83%.
  • There are around 390 households in Karkoil village.

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.

Mangaimadam Keelasattanathapuram Thiruvaly Karaimedu Edakudivasapathy I Thiruppangur Kanniyakudi Kadhiramangalam Natham Alaveli Semangalam

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%.