O.Karisalkulam - Kamuthi, Ramanathapuram
O.Karisalkulam is a village situated in the Kamuthi taluka of Ramanathapuram district, Tamil Nadu. It is located approximately 15 km from the tehsil headquarters in Kamuthi and around 79 km from the district headquarters in Ramanathapuram. O.Karisalkulam village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of O.Karisalkulam is 642035. The village covers a total geographical area of 1262.81 hectares and falls under the 623603 pincode. Kamuthi is the nearest town.
O.Karisalkulam village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Mudhukulathur Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Ramanathapuram Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of O.Karisalkulam
As per Census 2011, O.Karisalkulam village has a total population of 2,470 people, consisting of 1,216 males and 1,254 females. The village has 661 households and a sex ratio of 1,031 females per 1,000 males. There are 265 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,554 literate and 916 illiterate residents. Additionally, 1,281 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for O.Karisalkulam are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,470 | 1,216 | 1,254 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 265 | 135 | 130 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 1,281 | 631 | 650 |
| Literate Population | 1,554 | 904 | 650 |
| Illiterate Population | 916 | 312 | 604 |
Nearby Villages of O.Karisalkulam
O.Karisalkulam is surrounded by several neighbouring villages in various directions. The table below lists these nearby villages along with their approximate aerial (straight-line) distances and directions from the village:
| Nearby Village | Direction | Approx. Distance (Aerial) |
|---|---|---|
| Pudukkottai | North | 2.58 km |
| K.veppangulam | West | 3.19 km |
| Kovilangulam | South-East | 3.84 km |
| Ariamangalam | South | 5.09 km |
| Peraiyur | North-East | 5.14 km |
| Seemanendal | North-West | 5.24 km |
| Sengappadai | North | 5.32 km |
| Pammanendal | South-West | 5.41 km |
| Sonaipiriyankottai | East | 6.41 km |
| Mavilangai | South-West | 6.69 km |
Transport and Connectivity of O.Karisalkulam
O.Karisalkulam is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Paramakkudi, while the nearest airport is Tuticorin Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 58.0 km.
| 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 Ramanathapuram to O.Karisalkulam is about 79 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in O.Karisalkulam
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for O.Karisalkulam village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in O.Karisalkulam
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving O.Karisalkulam village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about O.Karisalkulam
Where is O.Karisalkulam located?
O.Karisalkulam village is located in Kamuthi Taluka, Ramanathapuram district, Tamil Nadu, India.
What is the gram panchayat of O.Karisalkulam?
O.Karisalkulam is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of O.Karisalkulam?
The pincode of O.Karisalkulam is 623603.
What is the population of O.Karisalkulam?
O.Karisalkulam has a total population of 2,470, including 1,216 males and 1,254 females.
How many households are there in O.Karisalkulam?
There are 661 households in O.Karisalkulam.
What is the literacy rate in O.Karisalkulam?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of O.Karisalkulam is 62.91%. Male literacy is 74.34% and female literacy is 51.83%.