Karikali - Musiri, Tiruchirappalli
Karikali is a village situated in the Musiri taluka of Tiruchirappalli district, Tamil Nadu. It is located approximately 27 km from the tehsil headquarters in Musiri and around 70 km from the district headquarters in Tiruchirappalli. Karigali serves as the Gram Panchayat for Karikali village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Karikali is 635693. The village covers a total geographical area of 1205.88 hectares and falls under the 621210 pincode. Mettupalayam is the nearest town.
Karikali village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a President serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Musiri Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Perambalur Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Karikali
According to the 2011 Census, Karikali village had a total population of 3,205 people, including 1,632 males and 1,573 females, living in 916 households. The sex ratio was 964 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 76.39%, with male literacy at 85.25% and female literacy at 67.09%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 659.
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 | 3,205 | 1,632 | 1,573 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 282 | 134 | 148 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 659 | 336 | 323 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 2,233 | 1,277 | 956 |
| Illiterate Population | 972 | 355 | 617 |
Nearby Villages of Karikali
Karikali 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Vadamalaipatti | South | 3.68 km |
| Eragudi South | North-East | 3.78 km |
| Visalakshiammal Samudram | East | 3.83 km |
| Alagapuri | North-West | 4.37 km |
| Kargudi | South-West | 4.62 km |
| Sirunavalur | North | 4.92 km |
| Kamachipuram | East | 5.87 km |
| Pillapalayam | West | 6.69 km |
| Alathudaiyanpatti | North | 6.85 km |
| Veeramachanpatti | South-East | 7.20 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Karikali
Karikali is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Timmachipuram, while the nearest airport is Tiruchirapally Civil Airport Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 39.1 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 Karikali is about 70 km, with the usual travel time around ~2 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Karikali
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Karikali village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Karikali
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Karikali village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Karikali
Where is Karikali located?
Karikali village is located in Musiri Taluka, Tiruchirappalli district, Tamil Nadu, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Karikali?
The Gram Panchayat of Karikali is Karigali.
What is the pincode of Karikali?
The pincode of Karikali is 621210.
What is the population of Karikali?
Karikali had a total population of 3,205, including 1,632 males and 1,573 females.
How many households are there in Karikali?
Karikali had 916 households.
What is the literacy rate in Karikali?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Karikali was 76.39%. Male literacy was 85.25% and female literacy was 67.09%.