Karai (West) - Alathur, Perambalur
Karai (West) is a village situated in the Alathur taluka of Perambalur district, Tamil Nadu. It is located approximately 38 km from Kunnam and around 16 km from Perambalur. Karai serves as the Gram Panchayat for Karai (West) village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Karai (West) is 636275. The village covers a total geographical area of 966.18 hectares and falls under the 621109 pincode. Perambalur is the nearest town.
Karai (West) village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a President serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Kunnam Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Chidambaram Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Karai (West)
According to the 2011 Census, Karai (West) village had a total population of 2,104 people, including 1,032 males and 1,072 females, living in 567 households. The sex ratio was 1,039 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 70.25%, with male literacy at 78.19% and female literacy at 62.76%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 540.
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 | 2,104 | 1,032 | 1,072 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 215 | 115 | 100 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 540 | 255 | 285 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 1,327 | 717 | 610 |
| Illiterate Population | 777 | 315 | 462 |
Nearby Villages of Karai (West)
Karai (West) 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 Karai (West)
Karai (West) 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 Perambalur to Karai (West) is about 16 km, with the usual travel time around 30-60 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Karai (West)
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Karai (West) village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Karai (West)
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Karai (West) village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Karai (West)
Where is Karai (West) located?
Karai (West) village is located in Alathur Taluka, Perambalur district, Tamil Nadu, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Karai (West)?
The Gram Panchayat of Karai (West) is Karai.
What is the pincode of Karai (West)?
The pincode of Karai (West) is 621109.
What is the population of Karai (West)?
Karai (West) had a total population of 2,104, including 1,032 males and 1,072 females.
How many households are there in Karai (West)?
Karai (West) had 567 households.
What is the literacy rate in Karai (West)?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Karai (West) was 70.25%. Male literacy was 78.19% and female literacy was 62.76%.