Karanthai
Karanthai is a village located in Cheyyar taluka of Tiruvannamalai district in Tamil Nadu, India. Tiruvannamalai and Tiruvethipuram are the district & sub-district headquarters of Karanthai village respectively. As per 2009 stats, Karanthai village is also a gram panchayat.
Karanthai has its own place in the vibrant Tiruvannamalai 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 Karanthai
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Karanthai is 631268. The village spans a total geographical area of 461.83 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 604410. Thiruvethipuram is nearest town to Karanthai village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 15km away.
When it comes to local governance, Karanthai village is administered by a Sarpanch, the elected head of the village, in accordance with the Constitution of India and the Panchayati Raj Act. The village falls under the Cheyyar Vidhan Sabha constituency for state-level representation and the Arani Lok Sabha constituency for national parliamentary elections. The local administration is responsible for civic services and development within the village.
Google Map of Karanthai
Population of Karanthai
Below is a concise population overview of Karanthai as per the Census 2011 data. The table highlights the key population metrics categorized by gender and social groups.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 881 | 451 | 430 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 108 | 53 | 55 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 596 | 300 | 296 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 12 | 5 | 7 |
| Literate Population | 690 | 384 | 306 |
| Illiterate Population | 191 | 67 | 124 |
Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Karanthai village:
- The total population of Karanthai village is around 881, including approximately 451 males and 430 females, with a sex ratio of 953 females per 1,000 males.
- There are about 108 children aged 0–6 years in Karanthai village, reflecting the young population in the village.
- Karanthai village has 596 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC) and 12 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
- The literacy rate of Karanthai village is about 78.32%, with male literacy at 85.14% and female literacy at 71.16%.
- There are around 221 households in Karanthai village.
Connectivity of Karanthai
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Karanthai. As per the 2011 stats, Karanthai 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 20 km distance |
Nearby Villages of Karanthai
Knowing the nearby villages of Karanthai helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Karanthai.
Frequently Asked Questions about Karanthai
- Where is Karanthai located?
- Karanthai village is situated in Cheyyar Taluka, within the Tiruvannamalai district of Tamil Nadu, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Karanthai?
- Karanthai serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
- What is the pincode of Karanthai?
- The pincode of Karanthai is 604410, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Karanthai as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Karanthai is 881, with 451 males and 430 females.
- How many households are there in Karanthai as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Karanthai village has a total of 221 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Karanthai as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Karanthai is 78.32%. The male literacy rate is 85.14%, while the female literacy rate is 71.16%.