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.
Karungadal has its own place in the vibrant Thoothukkudi region. In the following sections, you’ll find details about population, literacy, households, children, caste data, area, pincode, local governance, nearby villages, connectivity, and more.
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
Below is a concise population overview of Karungadal as per the Census 2011 data. The table highlights the key population metrics categorized by gender and social groups.
| 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 |
Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Karungadal village:
- The total population of Karungadal village is around 6,077, including approximately 2,989 males and 3,088 females, with a sex ratio of 1033 females per 1,000 males.
- There are about 606 children aged 0–6 years in Karungadal village, reflecting the young population in the village.
- Karungadal village has 706 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC) and 6 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
- The literacy rate of Karungadal village is about 78.95%, with male literacy at 82.27% and female literacy at 75.74%.
- There are around 1,572 households in Karungadal village.
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%.