Karikottai
Karikottai is a village located in Mannargudi taluka of Thiruvarur district in Tamil Nadu, India. It is situated 5km away from sub-district headquarter Mannargudi (tehsildar office) and 33km away from district headquarter Thiruvarur. As per 2009 stats, Kaarikkottai is the gram panchayat of Karikottai village.
Here you can discover what makes Karikottai unique in its vibrant Mannargudi-Thiruvarur region. You’ll see Karikottai’s rich profile with demographics like population, households, literacy, sex ratio, kids, castes etc., geographical details like satellite map, area, pincode, plus local governance through gram panchayat, broader constituencies, nearby villages, connectivity, and answers to common questions.
About Karikottai
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Karikottai is 638232. The village spans a total geographical area of 231.04 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 614014. Mannargudi is nearest town to Karikottai village for all major economic activities.
When it comes to local governance, Karikottai village is administered by a Sarpanch, the elected head of the village, in accordance with the Constitution of India and the Panchayati Raj Act. The village falls under the Mannargudi Vidhan Sabha constituency for state-level representation and the Thanjavur Lok Sabha constituency for national parliamentary elections. The local administration is responsible for civic services and development within the village.
Google Map of Karikottai
Population of Karikottai
According to the 2011 Census, Karikottai has a total population of about 1,123, with approximately 543 males and 580 females. The sex ratio is around 1068 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 104 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 190 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. Information about the Scheduled Tribes (ST) population is not available. The overall literacy rate is approximately 72.40%, with male literacy at about 80.29% and female literacy near 65.00%. There are around 301 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Karikottai's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,123 | 543 | 580 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 104 | 57 | 47 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 190 | 93 | 97 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Literate Population | 813 | 436 | 377 |
| Illiterate Population | 310 | 107 | 203 |
Connectivity of Karikottai
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Karikottai. As per the 2011 stats, Karikottai had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within 5 - 10 km distance |
| Private Bus Service | Available within village |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Karikottai
Knowing the nearby villages of Karikottai helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Karikottai.
Frequently Asked Questions about Karikottai
- Where is Karikottai located?
- Karikottai village is situated in Mannargudi Taluka, within the Thiruvarur district of Tamil Nadu, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Karikottai?
- The Gram Panchayat of Karikottai is Kaarikkottai (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the pincode of Karikottai?
- The pincode of Karikottai is 614014, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Karikottai as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Karikottai is 1,123, with 543 males and 580 females.
- How many households are there in Karikottai as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Karikottai village has a total of 301 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Karikottai as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Karikottai is 72.40%. The male literacy rate is 80.29%, while the female literacy rate is 65.00%.