Karkalathur - Devakottai, Sivaganga
Karkalathur is a village situated in the Devakottai taluka of Sivaganga district, Tamil Nadu. It is located approximately 22 km from the tehsil headquarters in Devakottai and around 45 km from the district headquarters in Sivaganga. Karkalathur village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Karkalathur is 640210. The village covers a total geographical area of 1065.26 hectares and falls under the 630312 pincode. Devakottai is the nearest town.
Karkalathur village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Karaikudi Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Sivaganga Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Karkalathur
As per Census 2011, Karkalathur village has a total population of 1,928 people, consisting of 978 males and 950 females. The village has 485 households and a sex ratio of 971 females per 1,000 males. There are 157 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,454 literate and 474 illiterate residents. Additionally, 648 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 163 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Karkalathur are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,928 | 978 | 950 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 157 | 72 | 85 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 648 | 341 | 307 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 163 | 78 | 85 |
| Literate Population | 1,454 | 843 | 611 |
| Illiterate Population | 474 | 135 | 339 |
Nearby Villages of Karkalathur
Karkalathur is surrounded by several neighbouring villages in various directions. The table below lists these nearby villages along with their approximate aerial (straight-line) distances and directions from the village:
| Nearby Village | Direction | Approx. Distance (Aerial) |
|---|---|---|
| Attur | East | 1.87 km |
| Muppaiyur | West | 3.08 km |
| Arasur | South-East | 3.26 km |
| Parur | East | 3.36 km |
| Thidakkottai | North | 3.45 km |
| Kurunthanakottai | South | 4.44 km |
| Sirunallur | South-West | 4.53 km |
| Idayagudi | South | 4.89 km |
| Anthakudi | West | 4.94 km |
| T.nagani | East | 5.19 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Karkalathur
Karkalathur is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Devakottai Road, while the nearest airport is Tiruchirapally Civil Airport Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 80.3 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. the road distance from Sivaganga to Karkalathur is about 45 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Karkalathur
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Karkalathur village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Karkalathur
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Karkalathur village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | Yes | Available within village |
FAQs about Karkalathur
Where is Karkalathur located?
Karkalathur village is located in Devakottai Taluka, Sivaganga district, Tamil Nadu, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Karkalathur?
Karkalathur is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Karkalathur?
The pincode of Karkalathur is 630312.
What is the population of Karkalathur?
Karkalathur has a total population of 1,928, including 978 males and 950 females.
How many households are there in Karkalathur?
There are 485 households in Karkalathur.
What is the literacy rate in Karkalathur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Karkalathur is 75.41%. Male literacy is 86.20% and female literacy is 64.32%.