Karai

Karai is a village located in Kunnam taluka of Perambalur district in Tamil Nadu, India. It is situated 38km away from sub-district headquarter Kunnam (tehsildar office) and 18km away from district headquarter Perambalur. As per 2009 stats, Therani is the gram panchayat of Karai village.

Karai has its own place in the vibrant Perambalur 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 Karai

According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Karai is 636274. The village spans a total geographical area of 1118.59 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 621109. Perambalur is nearest town to Karai village for all major economic activities.

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Population of Karai

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

ParticularsTotalMaleFemale
Total Population 2,435 1,227 1,208
Child Population (0–6 yrs) 195 102 93
Scheduled Castes (SC) 733 355 378
Scheduled Tribes (ST) N/A N/A N/A
Literate Population 1,563 894 669
Illiterate Population 872 333 539

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

  • The total population of Karai village is around 2,435, including approximately 1,227 males and 1,208 females, with a sex ratio of 984 females per 1,000 males.
  • There are about 195 children aged 0–6 years in Karai village, reflecting the young population in the village.
  • Karai village has 733 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC).
  • The literacy rate of Karai village is about 64.19%, with male literacy at 72.86% and female literacy at 55.38%.
  • There are around 666 households in Karai village.

Connectivity of Karai

Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Karai. As per the 2011 stats, Karai 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 10+ km distance

Nearby Villages of Karai

Knowing the nearby villages of Karai helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Karai.

Kottarai Sathanur Sirukanpur Varagupadi Karai Naranamangalam Nattaramangalam Chettikulam Siruvayalur Nekkaselam

Frequently Asked Questions about Karai

Where is Karai located?
Karai village is situated in Kunnam Taluka, within the Perambalur district of Tamil Nadu, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Karai?
The Gram Panchayat of Karai is Therani (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
What is the pincode of Karai?
The pincode of Karai is 621109, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
What is the population of Karai as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Karai is 2,435, with 1,227 males and 1,208 females.
How many households are there in Karai as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Karai village has a total of 666 households.
What is the literacy rate in Karai as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Karai is 64.19%. The male literacy rate is 72.86%, while the female literacy rate is 55.38%.