Karpagam
About Karpagam
According to Census 2011 information the location code or village code of Karpagam village is 633963. Karpagam village is located in Salem taluka of Salem district in Tamil Nadu, India. It is situated 10km away from Salem, which is both district & sub-district headquarter of Karpagam village. As per 2009 stats, Valaiyakaranur is the gram panchayat of Karpagam village.
The total geographical area of village is 129.72 hectares. Karpagam has a total population of 331 peoples, out of which male population is 174 while female population is 157. This results in a sex ratio of approximately 902 females for every 1,000 males. Literacy rate of karpagam village is 61.63% out of which 71.26% males and 50.96% females are literate. There are about 97 houses in karpagam village. Pincode of karpagam village locality is 636122.
When it comes to administration, Karpagam village is governed by a Sarpanch, who is an elected representative (Head of Village) chosen through local elections, as per the Constitution of India and the Panchayati Raj Act. As per 2019 stats, Karpagam village comes under Yercaud Vidhan Sabha constituency & Kallakurichi Lok Sabha constituency. Kannankurichi is nearest town to karpagam village for all major economic activities.
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Population of Karpagam
The population details of Karpagam cover important figures like total population, male and female population, children aged 0–6 years, and the number of literate and illiterate people. It also shows how many residents belong to Scheduled Castes and Scheduled Tribes. These details help in understanding the village structure, education level, and community groups.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 331 | 174 | 157 |
| Child Population (Age 0–6) | 27 | 13 | 14 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) Population | 115 | 62 | 53 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) Population | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Literate Population | 204 | 124 | 80 |
| Illiterate Population | 127 | 50 | 77 |
Connectivity of Karpagam
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within <5 km distance |
| Private Bus Service | Available within village |
| Railway Station | Available within 5 - 10 km distance |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Karpagam
Where is Karpagam located?
Karpagam village is situated in Salem Taluka, within the Salem district of Tamil Nadu, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Karpagam?
The Gram Panchayat of Karpagam is Valaiyakaranur (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
What is the pincode of Karpagam?
The pincode of Karpagam is 636122, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
What is the population of Karpagam as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Karpagam is 331, with 174 males and 157 females.
How many households are there in Karpagam as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Karpagam village has a total of 97 households.
What is the literacy rate in Karpagam as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Karpagam is 61.63%. The male literacy rate is 71.26%, while the female literacy rate is 50.96%.