Kodiakarai - Vedaranyam, Nagapattinam
Kodiakarai is a village situated in the Vedaranyam taluka of Nagapattinam district, Tamil Nadu. It is located approximately 11 km from the tehsil headquarters in Vedaranyam and around 57 km from the district headquarters in Nagapattinam. Kodiyakkarai serves as the Gram Panchayat for Kodiakarai village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Kodiakarai is 637844. The village covers a total geographical area of 694.51 hectares and falls under the 614807 pincode. Vedaranyam is the nearest town.
Kodiakarai village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Vedaranyam Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Nagapattinam Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Kodiakarai
According to the 2011 Census, Kodiakarai village had a total population of 2,128 people, including 1,152 males and 976 females, living in 513 households. The sex ratio was 847 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 88.67%, with male literacy at 93.50% and female literacy at 82.98%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 615.
The table below presents a detailed demographic breakdown of the village, including separate male and female figures for each population category.
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,128 | 1,152 | 976 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 195 | 106 | 89 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 615 | 312 | 303 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 1,714 | 978 | 736 |
| Illiterate Population | 414 | 174 | 240 |
Nearby Villages of Kodiakarai
Kodiakarai is surrounded by several nearby villages in its surroundings. These villages are part of the local area and are commonly connected through local routes and daily movement of people.
Transport and Connectivity of Kodiakarai
Kodiakarai is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. the road distance from Nagapattinam to Kodiakarai is about 57 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.6 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Kodiakarai
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Kodiakarai village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | Yes | Available within village |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Kodiakarai
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Kodiakarai village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Kodiakarai
Where is Kodiakarai located?
Kodiakarai village is located in Vedaranyam Taluka, Nagapattinam district, Tamil Nadu, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Kodiakarai?
The Gram Panchayat of Kodiakarai is Kodiyakkarai.
What is the pincode of Kodiakarai?
The pincode of Kodiakarai is 614807.
What is the population of Kodiakarai?
Kodiakarai had a total population of 2,128, including 1,152 males and 976 females.
How many households are there in Kodiakarai?
Kodiakarai had 513 households.
What is the literacy rate in Kodiakarai?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Kodiakarai was 88.67%. Male literacy was 93.50% and female literacy was 82.98%.