Karipatti
Karipatti is a village located in Vazhapadi taluka of Salem district in Tamil Nadu, India. It is situated 12km away from sub-district headquarter Vazhapadi (tehsildar office) and 15km away from district headquarter Salem. As per 2009 stats, Karipatti village is also a gram panchayat.
Karipatti 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 Karipatti
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Karipatti is 634183. The village spans a total geographical area of 541.99 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 636106. Ayothiyapattinam is nearest town to Karipatti village for all major economic activities.
When it comes to local governance, Karipatti 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 Yercaud Vidhan Sabha constituency for state-level representation and the Kallakurichi Lok Sabha constituency for national parliamentary elections. The local administration is responsible for civic services and development within the village.
Google Map of Karipatti
Population of Karipatti
Below is a concise population overview of Karipatti as per the Census 2011 data. The table highlights the key population metrics categorized by gender and social groups.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 4,937 | 2,450 | 2,487 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 470 | 242 | 228 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 2,832 | 1,409 | 1,423 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 12 | 7 | 5 |
| Literate Population | 3,482 | 1,888 | 1,594 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,455 | 562 | 893 |
Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Karipatti village:
- The total population of Karipatti village is around 4,937, including approximately 2,450 males and 2,487 females, with a sex ratio of 1015 females per 1,000 males.
- There are about 470 children aged 0–6 years in Karipatti village, reflecting the young population in the village.
- Karipatti village has 2,832 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC) and 12 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
- The literacy rate of Karipatti village is about 70.53%, with male literacy at 77.06% and female literacy at 64.09%.
- There are around 1,278 households in Karipatti village.
Connectivity of Karipatti
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Karipatti. As per the 2011 stats, Karipatti 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 village |
Nearby Villages of Karipatti
Knowing the nearby villages of Karipatti helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Karipatti.
Frequently Asked Questions about Karipatti
- Where is Karipatti located?
- Karipatti village is situated in Vazhapadi Taluka, within the Salem district of Tamil Nadu, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Karipatti?
- Karipatti serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
- What is the pincode of Karipatti?
- The pincode of Karipatti is 636106, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Karipatti as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Karipatti is 4,937, with 2,450 males and 2,487 females.
- How many households are there in Karipatti as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Karipatti village has a total of 1,278 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Karipatti as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Karipatti is 70.53%. The male literacy rate is 77.06%, while the female literacy rate is 64.09%.