Karaiyur
About Karaiyur
According to Census 2011 information the location code or village code of Karaiyur village is 640006. Karaiyur village is located in Tirupathur taluka of Sivaganga district in Tamil Nadu, India. It is situated 5km away from sub-district headquarter Tirupathur (tehsildar office) and 42km away from district headquarter Sivaganga. As per 2009 stats, Karaiyur village is also a gram panchayat.
The total geographical area of village is 1450.92 hectares. Karaiyur has a total population of 3,985 peoples, out of which male population is 1,979 while female population is 2,006. This results in a sex ratio of approximately 1013 females for every 1,000 males. Literacy rate of karaiyur village is 71.94% out of which 78.58% males and 65.40% females are literate. There are about 1,012 houses in karaiyur village. Pincode of karaiyur village locality is 630211.
When it comes to administration, Karaiyur 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, Karaiyur village comes under Tiruppattur Vidhan Sabha constituency & Sivaganga Lok Sabha constituency. Tirupathur is nearest town to karaiyur village for all major economic activities.
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Population of Karaiyur
The population details of Karaiyur 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 | 3,985 | 1,979 | 2,006 |
| Child Population (Age 0–6) | 443 | 221 | 222 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) Population | 517 | 257 | 260 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) Population | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Literate Population | 2,867 | 1,555 | 1,312 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,118 | 424 | 694 |
Connectivity of Karaiyur
| 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 |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Karaiyur
Where is Karaiyur located?
Karaiyur village is situated in Tirupathur Taluka, within the Sivaganga district of Tamil Nadu, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Karaiyur?
Karaiyur serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
What is the pincode of Karaiyur?
The pincode of Karaiyur is 630211, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
What is the population of Karaiyur as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Karaiyur is 3,985, with 1,979 males and 2,006 females.
How many households are there in Karaiyur as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Karaiyur village has a total of 1,012 households.
What is the literacy rate in Karaiyur as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Karaiyur is 71.94%. The male literacy rate is 78.58%, while the female literacy rate is 65.40%.