Karai
About Karai
According to Census 2011 information the location code or village code of Karai village is 640172. Karai village is located in Devakottai taluka of Sivaganga district in Tamil Nadu, India. It is situated 8km away from sub-district headquarter Devakottai (tehsildar office) and 40km away from district headquarter Sivaganga. As per 2009 stats, Karai village is also a gram panchayat.
The total geographical area of village is 582.48 hectares. Karai has a total population of 576 peoples, out of which male population is 286 while female population is 290. This results in a sex ratio of approximately 1013 females for every 1,000 males. Literacy rate of karai village is 74.31% out of which 81.47% males and 67.24% females are literate. There are about 164 houses in karai village. Pincode of karai village locality is 630302.
When it comes to administration, Karai 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, Karai village comes under Karaikudi Vidhan Sabha constituency & Sivaganga Lok Sabha constituency. Devakottai is nearest town to karai village for all major economic activities.
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Population of Karai
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 576 | 286 | 290 |
| Literate Population | 428 | 233 | 195 |
| Illiterate Population | 148 | 53 | 95 |
Connectivity of Karai
| 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 Karai
Frequently Asked Questions about Karai
Where is Karai located?
Karai village is situated in Devakottai Taluka, within the Sivaganga district of Tamil Nadu, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Karai?
Karai serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
What is the pincode of Karai?
The pincode of Karai is 630302, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
What is the population of Karai as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Karai is 576, with 286 males and 290 females.
How many households are there in Karai as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Karai village has a total of 164 households.
What is the literacy rate in Karai as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Karai is 74.31%. The male literacy rate is 81.47%, while the female literacy rate is 67.24%.