Karikkapatti

Karikkapatti is a village located in Mettur taluka of Salem district in Tamil Nadu, India. It is situated 23km away from sub-district headquarter Mettur (tehsildar office) and 35km away from district headquarter Salem. As per 2009 stats, Karikkapatti village is also a gram panchayat.

Karikkapatti has its own place in the vibrant Salem 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 Karikkapatti

According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Karikkapatti is 633792. The village spans a total geographical area of 291.41 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 636501. Jalagandapuram is nearest town to Karikkapatti village for all major economic activities.

When it comes to local governance, Karikkapatti village is administered by a Sarpanch, the elected head of the village, in accordance with the Constitution of India and the Panchayati Raj Act. The village falls under the Edappadi Vidhan Sabha constituency for state-level representation and the Salem Lok Sabha constituency for national parliamentary elections. The local administration is responsible for civic services and development within the village.

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Population of Karikkapatti

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

ParticularsTotalMaleFemale
Total Population 3,125 1,672 1,453
Child Population (0–6 yrs) 333 169 164
Scheduled Castes (SC) 38 22 16
Scheduled Tribes (ST) N/A N/A N/A
Literate Population 1,476 951 525
Illiterate Population 1,649 721 928

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

  • The total population of Karikkapatti village is around 3,125, including approximately 1,672 males and 1,453 females, with a sex ratio of 869 females per 1,000 males.
  • There are about 333 children aged 0–6 years in Karikkapatti village, reflecting the young population in the village.
  • Karikkapatti village has 38 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC).
  • The literacy rate of Karikkapatti village is about 47.23%, with male literacy at 56.88% and female literacy at 36.13%.
  • There are around 799 households in Karikkapatti village.

Connectivity of Karikkapatti

Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Karikkapatti. As per the 2011 stats, Karikkapatti 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 Karikkapatti

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

Frequently Asked Questions about Karikkapatti

Where is Karikkapatti located?
Karikkapatti village is situated in Mettur Taluka, within the Salem district of Tamil Nadu, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Karikkapatti?
Karikkapatti serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
What is the pincode of Karikkapatti?
The pincode of Karikkapatti is 636501, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
What is the population of Karikkapatti as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Karikkapatti is 3,125, with 1,672 males and 1,453 females.
How many households are there in Karikkapatti as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Karikkapatti village has a total of 799 households.
What is the literacy rate in Karikkapatti as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Karikkapatti is 47.23%. The male literacy rate is 56.88%, while the female literacy rate is 36.13%.