Karkudi - Shenkottai, Tenkasi
Karkudi is a village situated in the Shenkottai taluka of Tenkasi district, Tamil Nadu. It is located approximately 4 km from Shenkottai and around 65 km from Tirunelveli. Karkudi village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Karkudi is 642781. The village covers a total geographical area of 622.9 hectares and falls under the 627813 pincode. Shenkottai is the nearest town.
Karkudi village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Kadayanallur Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Tenkasi Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Karkudi
As per Census 2011, Karkudi village has a total population of 4,134 people, consisting of 2,034 males and 2,100 females. The village has 1,173 households and a sex ratio of 1,032 females per 1,000 males. There are 400 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 3,005 literate and 1,129 illiterate residents. Additionally, 2,051 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 69 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Karkudi are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 4,134 | 2,034 | 2,100 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 400 | 201 | 199 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 2,051 | 1,009 | 1,042 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 69 | 35 | 34 |
| Literate Population | 3,005 | 1,665 | 1,340 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,129 | 369 | 760 |
Nearby Villages of Karkudi
Karkudi is surrounded by several nearby villages in its surroundings. These villages are part of the local area and are commonly connected through local routes and daily movement of people.
Transport and Connectivity of Karkudi
Karkudi is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is located within 5-10 km of Karkudi.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | Available within 5-10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. the road distance from Tirunelveli to Karkudi is about 65 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.9 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Karkudi
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Karkudi village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Karkudi
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Karkudi 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 Karkudi
Where is Karkudi located?
Karkudi village is located in Shenkottai Taluka, Tenkasi district, Tamil Nadu, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Karkudi?
Karkudi is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Karkudi?
The pincode of Karkudi is 627813.
What is the population of Karkudi?
Karkudi has a total population of 4,134, including 2,034 males and 2,100 females.
How many households are there in Karkudi?
There are 1,173 households in Karkudi.
What is the literacy rate in Karkudi?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Karkudi is 72.69%. Male literacy is 81.86% and female literacy is 63.81%.