Karungadal
Karungadal is a village located in Sathankulam taluka of Thoothukkudi district in Tamil Nadu, India. It is situated 10km away from sub-district headquarter Sathankulam (tehsildar office) and 95km away from district headquarter Thoothukkudi. As per 2009 stats, Settikulam is the gram panchayat of Karungadal village.
Here you can discover what makes Karungadal unique in its vibrant Sathankulam-Thoothukkudi region. You’ll see Karungadal’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 Karungadal
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Karungadal is 642596. The village spans a total geographical area of 2335.45 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 628613. Nazerath is nearest town to Karungadal village for all major economic activities.
Google Map of Karungadal
Population of Karungadal
According to the 2011 Census, Karungadal has a total population of about 6,077, with approximately 2,989 males and 3,088 females. The sex ratio is around 1033 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 606 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 706 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 6. The overall literacy rate is approximately 78.95%, with male literacy at about 82.27% and female literacy near 75.74%. There are around 1,572 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Karungadal's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 6,077 | 2,989 | 3,088 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 606 | 305 | 301 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 706 | 356 | 350 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 6 | 2 | 4 |
| Literate Population | 4,798 | 2,459 | 2,339 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,279 | 530 | 749 |
Connectivity of Karungadal
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Karungadal. As per the 2011 stats, Karungadal had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Available within village |
| Railway Station | Available within 5 - 10 km distance |
Nearby Villages of Karungadal
Knowing the nearby villages of Karungadal helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Karungadal.
Frequently Asked Questions about Karungadal
- Where is Karungadal located?
- Karungadal village is situated in Sathankulam Taluka, within the Thoothukkudi district of Tamil Nadu, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Karungadal?
- The Gram Panchayat of Karungadal is Settikulam (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the pincode of Karungadal?
- The pincode of Karungadal is 628613, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Karungadal as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Karungadal is 6,077, with 2,989 males and 3,088 females.
- How many households are there in Karungadal as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Karungadal village has a total of 1,572 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Karungadal as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Karungadal is 78.95%. The male literacy rate is 82.27%, while the female literacy rate is 75.74%.