Karungulam - Radhapuram, Tirunelveli
Karungulam is a village situated in the Radhapuram taluka of Tirunelveli district, Tamil Nadu. It is located approximately 25 km from the tehsil headquarters in Radhapuram and around 80 km from the district headquarters in Tirunelveli. T.karunkulam serves as the Gram Panchayat for Karungulam village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Karungulam is 643086. The village covers a total geographical area of 1475.96 hectares and falls under the 627114 pincode. Nagarcoil is the nearest town.
Karungulam village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a President serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Radhapuram Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Tirunelveli Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Karungulam
According to the 2011 Census, Karungulam village had a total population of 3,682 people, including 1,810 males and 1,872 females, living in 1,024 households. The sex ratio was 1,034 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 80.99%, with male literacy at 88.90% and female literacy at 73.39%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 526, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 10.
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 | 3,682 | 1,810 | 1,872 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 337 | 171 | 166 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 526 | 259 | 267 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 10 | 6 | 4 |
| Literate Population | 2,709 | 1,457 | 1,252 |
| Illiterate Population | 973 | 353 | 620 |
Nearby Villages of Karungulam
Karungulam is surrounded by several nearby villages in its surroundings. These villages are part of the local area and are commonly connected through local routes and daily movement of people.
Transport and Connectivity of Karungulam
Karungulam is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. the road distance from Tirunelveli to Karungulam is about 80 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.3 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 | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
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 Radhapuram Taluka, Tirunelveli district, Tamil Nadu, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Karungulam?
The Gram Panchayat of Karungulam is T.karunkulam.
What is the pincode of Karungulam?
The pincode of Karungulam is 627114.
What is the population of Karungulam?
Karungulam had a total population of 3,682, including 1,810 males and 1,872 females.
How many households are there in Karungulam?
Karungulam had 1,024 households.
What is the literacy rate in Karungulam?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Karungulam was 80.99%. Male literacy was 88.90% and female literacy was 73.39%.