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 Sarpanch 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)
As per Census 2011, Karai (West) village has a total population of 2,104 people, consisting of 1,032 males and 1,072 females. The village has 567 households and a sex ratio of 1,038 females per 1,000 males. There are 215 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,327 literate and 777 illiterate residents. Additionally, 540 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Karai (West) are given below:
| 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 |
| 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) has a total population of 2,104, including 1,032 males and 1,072 females.
How many households are there in Karai (West)?
There are 567 households in Karai (West).
What is the literacy rate in Karai (West)?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Karai (West) is 63.07%. Male literacy is 69.48% and female literacy is 56.90%.