Karkudi

Karkudi is a village located in Shenkottai taluka of Tirunelveli district in Tamil Nadu, India. It is situated 4km away from sub-district headquarter Shenkottai (tehsildar office) and 65km away from district headquarter Tirunelveli. As per 2009 stats, Karkudi village is also a gram panchayat.

Karkudi has its own place in the vibrant Tirunelveli 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 Karkudi

According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Karkudi is 642781. The village spans a total geographical area of 622.9 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 627813. Shenkottai is nearest town to Karkudi village for all major economic activities.

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Population of Karkudi

Below is a concise population overview of Karkudi as per the Census 2011 data. The table highlights the key population metrics categorized by gender and social groups.

ParticularsTotalMaleFemale
Total Population 4,134 2,034 2,100
Child Population (0–6 yrs) 400 201 199
Scheduled Castes (SC) 2,051 1,009 1,042
Scheduled Tribes (ST) 69 35 34
Literate Population 3,005 1,665 1,340
Illiterate Population 1,129 369 760

Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Karkudi village:

  • The total population of Karkudi village is around 4,134, including approximately 2,034 males and 2,100 females, with a sex ratio of 1032 females per 1,000 males.
  • There are about 400 children aged 0–6 years in Karkudi village, reflecting the young population in the village.
  • Karkudi village has 2,051 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC) and 69 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
  • The literacy rate of Karkudi village is about 72.69%, with male literacy at 81.86% and female literacy at 63.81%.
  • There are around 1,173 households in Karkudi village.

Connectivity of Karkudi

Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Karkudi. As per the 2011 stats, Karkudi 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 km distance

Nearby Villages of Karkudi

Knowing the nearby villages of Karkudi helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Karkudi.

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Frequently Asked Questions about Karkudi

Where is Karkudi located?
Karkudi village is situated in Shenkottai Taluka, within the Tirunelveli district of Tamil Nadu, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Karkudi?
Karkudi serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
What is the pincode of Karkudi?
The pincode of Karkudi is 627813, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
What is the population of Karkudi as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Karkudi is 4,134, with 2,034 males and 2,100 females.
How many households are there in Karkudi as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Karkudi village has a total of 1,173 households.
What is the literacy rate in Karkudi as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Karkudi is 72.69%. The male literacy rate is 81.86%, while the female literacy rate is 63.81%.