Karungalagudi - Tiruvadanai, Ramanathapuram
Karungalagudi is a village situated in the Tiruvadanai taluka of Ramanathapuram district, Tamil Nadu. It is located approximately 9 km from the tehsil headquarters in Tiruvadanai and around 56 km from the district headquarters in Ramanathapuram. Thelur serves as the Gram Panchayat for Karungalagudi village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Karungalagudi is 641811. The village covers a total geographical area of 512.33 hectares and falls under the 623409 pincode. Thondi is the nearest town.
Karungalagudi village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Tiruvadanai Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Ramanathapuram Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Karungalagudi
As per Census 2011, Karungalagudi village has a total population of 369 people, consisting of 178 males and 191 females. The village has 105 households and a sex ratio of 1,073 females per 1,000 males. There are 32 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 222 literate and 147 illiterate residents. Additionally, 11 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Karungalagudi are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 369 | 178 | 191 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 32 | 16 | 16 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 11 | 5 | 6 |
| Literate Population | 222 | 130 | 92 |
| Illiterate Population | 147 | 48 | 99 |
Nearby Villages of Karungalagudi
Karungalagudi 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 Karungalagudi
Public transport in the Karungalagudi is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. the road distance from Ramanathapuram to Karungalagudi is about 56 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.6 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Karungalagudi
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Karungalagudi village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Karungalagudi
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Karungalagudi village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Karungalagudi
Where is Karungalagudi located?
Karungalagudi village is located in Tiruvadanai Taluka, Ramanathapuram district, Tamil Nadu, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Karungalagudi?
The Gram Panchayat of Karungalagudi is Thelur.
What is the pincode of Karungalagudi?
The pincode of Karungalagudi is 623409.
What is the population of Karungalagudi?
Karungalagudi has a total population of 369, including 178 males and 191 females.
How many households are there in Karungalagudi?
There are 105 households in Karungalagudi.
What is the literacy rate in Karungalagudi?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Karungalagudi is 60.16%. Male literacy is 73.03% and female literacy is 48.17%.