Karaikulam
About Karaikulam
According to Census 2011 information the location code or village code of Karaikulam village is 640431. Karaikulam village is located in Ilayangudi taluka of Sivaganga district in Tamil Nadu, India. It is situated 10km away from sub-district headquarter Ilayangudi (tehsildar office) and 35km away from district headquarter Sivaganga. As per 2009 stats, Karaikulam village is also a gram panchayat.
The total geographical area of village is 737.93 hectares. Karaikulam has a total population of 1,476 peoples, out of which male population is 731 while female population is 745. This results in a sex ratio of approximately 1019 females for every 1,000 males. Literacy rate of karaikulam village is 74.53% out of which 82.35% males and 66.85% females are literate. There are about 408 houses in karaikulam village. Pincode of karaikulam village locality is 630709.
When it comes to administration, Karaikulam 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, Karaikulam village comes under Manamadurai Vidhan Sabha constituency & Sivaganga Lok Sabha constituency. Ilayangudi is nearest town to karaikulam village for all major economic activities.
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Population of Karaikulam
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,476 | 731 | 745 |
| Literate Population | 1,100 | 602 | 498 |
| Illiterate Population | 376 | 129 | 247 |
Connectivity of Karaikulam
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within <5 km distance |
| Private Bus Service | Available within village |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Karaikulam
Frequently Asked Questions about Karaikulam
Where is Karaikulam located?
Karaikulam village is situated in Ilayangudi Taluka, within the Sivaganga district of Tamil Nadu, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Karaikulam?
Karaikulam serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
What is the pincode of Karaikulam?
The pincode of Karaikulam is 630709, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
What is the population of Karaikulam as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Karaikulam is 1,476, with 731 males and 745 females.
How many households are there in Karaikulam as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Karaikulam village has a total of 408 households.
What is the literacy rate in Karaikulam as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Karaikulam is 74.53%. The male literacy rate is 82.35%, while the female literacy rate is 66.85%.