Karungulam - Srivaikuntam, Thoothukkudi
Karungulam is a village situated in the Srivaikuntam taluka of Thoothukkudi district, Tamil Nadu. It is located approximately 10 km from the tehsil headquarters in Srivaikuntam and around 42 km from the district headquarters in Thoothukkudi. Karungulam village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Karungulam is 642526. The village covers a total geographical area of 1366.93 hectares and falls under the 628615 pincode. Tirunelveli is the nearest town.
Karungulam village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Srivaikuntam Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Thoothukkudi Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Karungulam
As per Census 2011, Karungulam village has a total population of 6,449 people, consisting of 3,128 males and 3,321 females. The village has 1,742 households and a sex ratio of 1,061 females per 1,000 males. There are 718 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 4,768 literate and 1,681 illiterate residents. Additionally, 1,858 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 3 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Karungulam are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 6,449 | 3,128 | 3,321 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 718 | 360 | 358 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 1,858 | 900 | 958 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 3 | 2 | 1 |
| Literate Population | 4,768 | 2,514 | 2,254 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,681 | 614 | 1,067 |
Nearby Villages of Karungulam
Karungulam is surrounded by several neighbouring villages in various directions. The table below lists these nearby villages along with their approximate aerial (straight-line) distances and directions from the village:
| Nearby Village | Direction | Approx. Distance (Aerial) |
|---|---|---|
| Kongarayankurichi | North-East | 2.46 km |
| Seydunganallur | North-West | 3.18 km |
| Arampannai | North | 3.31 km |
| Terkukariseri | South-West | 3.75 km |
| Alwarkarkulam | North-East | 3.96 km |
| Kalvay | South-East | 4.34 km |
| Velur Adichehanallur | East | 4.71 km |
| Muthulangurichi | North | 4.92 km |
| Velur Kasba | South-East | 5.22 km |
| Tolappanpannai | North-East | 5.50 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Karungulam
Karungulam is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Seydunganallur, while the nearest airport is Tuticorin Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 16.4 km.
| 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 Thoothukkudi to Karungulam is about 42 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.2 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Karungulam
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Karungulam village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | Yes | Available within village |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Karungulam
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Karungulam 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 Karungulam
Where is Karungulam located?
Karungulam village is located in Srivaikuntam Taluka, Thoothukkudi district, Tamil Nadu, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Karungulam?
Karungulam is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Karungulam?
The pincode of Karungulam is 628615.
What is the population of Karungulam?
Karungulam has a total population of 6,449, including 3,128 males and 3,321 females.
How many households are there in Karungulam?
There are 1,742 households in Karungulam.
What is the literacy rate in Karungulam?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Karungulam is 73.93%. Male literacy is 80.37% and female literacy is 67.87%.