Karuppur - Manapparai, Tiruchirappalli
Karuppur is a village situated in the Manapparai taluka of Tiruchirappalli district, Tamil Nadu. It is located approximately 24 km from the tehsil headquarters in Manapparai and around 59 km from the district headquarters in Tiruchirappalli. Karuppur village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Karuppur is 636092. The village covers a total geographical area of 2187.35 hectares and falls under the 621306 pincode. Manapparai is the nearest town.
Karuppur village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Manapparai Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Karur Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Karuppur
According to the 2011 Census, Karuppur village had a total population of 8,049 people, including 4,011 males and 4,038 females, living in 1,638 households. The sex ratio was 1,007 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 67.84%, with male literacy at 80.09% and female literacy at 55.86%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 1,078, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 105.
The table below presents a detailed demographic breakdown of the village, including separate male and female figures for each population category.
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 8,049 | 4,011 | 4,038 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 1,030 | 540 | 490 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 1,078 | 551 | 527 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 105 | 60 | 45 |
| Literate Population | 4,762 | 2,780 | 1,982 |
| Illiterate Population | 3,287 | 1,231 | 2,056 |
Nearby Villages of Karuppur
Karuppur 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Karuppur Reddiapatti Rf | North | 2.82 km |
| Kumarikatti Hills Rf | South-West | 3.15 km |
| Puthanatham | East | 4.14 km |
| Endapuli | South-West | 4.41 km |
| Ammachtram | South | 5.10 km |
| Ayanreddiapatti | North | 6.09 km |
| Pudukottai | West | 6.27 km |
| Kannuthu | West | 6.87 km |
| Kumaravadi | North-West | 7.21 km |
| Kanjannaickanpatti | South | 7.82 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Karuppur
Karuppur is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Valyampatti, while the nearest airport is Tiruchirapally Civil Airport Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 39.0 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. the road distance from Tiruchirappalli to Karuppur is about 59 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.7 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Karuppur
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Karuppur village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Karuppur
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Karuppur 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 Karuppur
Where is Karuppur located?
Karuppur village is located in Manapparai Taluka, Tiruchirappalli district, Tamil Nadu, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Karuppur?
Karuppur is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Karuppur?
The pincode of Karuppur is 621306.
What is the population of Karuppur?
Karuppur had a total population of 8,049, including 4,011 males and 4,038 females.
How many households are there in Karuppur?
Karuppur had 1,638 households.
What is the literacy rate in Karuppur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Karuppur was 67.84%. Male literacy was 80.09% and female literacy was 55.86%.