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.
Here you can discover what makes Karkudi unique in its vibrant Shenkottai-Tirunelveli region. You’ll see Karkudi’s rich profile with demographics like population, households, literacy, sex ratio, kids, castes etc., geographical details like satellite map, area, pincode, plus local governance through gram panchayat, broader constituencies, nearby villages, connectivity, and answers to common questions.
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.
Google Map of Karkudi
Population of Karkudi
According to the 2011 Census, Karkudi has a total population of about 4,134, with approximately 2,034 males and 2,100 females. The sex ratio is around 1032 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 400 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 2,051 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 69. The overall literacy rate is approximately 72.69%, with male literacy at about 81.86% and female literacy near 63.81%. There are around 1,173 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Karkudi's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| 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 |
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.
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%.