Karaiyur
Karaiyur is a village located in Ponnamaravathi taluka of Pudukkottai district in Tamil Nadu, India. It is situated 20km away from sub-district headquarter Ponnamaravathi (tehsildar office) and 25km away from district headquarter Pudukkottai. As per 2009 stats, Konnaiyampati is the gram panchayat of Karaiyur village.
Here you can discover what makes Karaiyur unique in its vibrant Ponnamaravathi-Pudukkottai region. You’ll see Karaiyur’s rich profile with demographics like population, households, literacy, sex ratio, kids, castes etc., geographical details like satellite map, area, pincode, plus local governance through gram panchayat, broader constituencies, nearby villages, connectivity, and answers to common questions.
About Karaiyur
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Karaiyur is 639542. The village spans a total geographical area of 1744.91 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 622002. Ponnamaravathi is nearest town to Karaiyur village for all major economic activities.
Google Map of Karaiyur
Population of Karaiyur
According to the 2011 Census, Karaiyur has a total population of about 6,679, with approximately 3,309 males and 3,370 females. The sex ratio is around 1018 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 711 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 1,752 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. Information about the Scheduled Tribes (ST) population is not available. The overall literacy rate is approximately 63.81%, with male literacy at about 73.25% and female literacy near 54.54%. There are around 1,626 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Karaiyur's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 6,679 | 3,309 | 3,370 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 711 | 354 | 357 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 1,752 | 883 | 869 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Literate Population | 4,262 | 2,424 | 1,838 |
| Illiterate Population | 2,417 | 885 | 1,532 |
Connectivity of Karaiyur
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Karaiyur. As per the 2011 stats, Karaiyur 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 Karaiyur
Knowing the nearby villages of Karaiyur helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Karaiyur.
Frequently Asked Questions about Karaiyur
- Where is Karaiyur located?
- Karaiyur village is situated in Ponnamaravathi Taluka, within the Pudukkottai district of Tamil Nadu, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Karaiyur?
- The Gram Panchayat of Karaiyur is Konnaiyampati (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the pincode of Karaiyur?
- The pincode of Karaiyur is 622002, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Karaiyur as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Karaiyur is 6,679, with 3,309 males and 3,370 females.
- How many households are there in Karaiyur as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Karaiyur village has a total of 1,626 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Karaiyur as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Karaiyur is 63.81%. The male literacy rate is 73.25%, while the female literacy rate is 54.54%.