Karikathur
About Karikathur
According to Census 2011 information the location code or village code of Karikathur village is 631717. Karikathur village is located in Polur taluka of Tiruvannamalai district in Tamil Nadu, India. Tiruvannamalai and Polur are the district & sub-district headquarters of Karikathur village respectively.
The total geographical area of village is 415.42 hectares. Karikathur has a total population of 1,054 peoples, out of which male population is 530 while female population is 524. This results in a sex ratio of approximately 988 females for every 1,000 males. Literacy rate of karikathur village is 48.58% out of which 54.15% males and 42.94% females are literate. There are about 285 houses in karikathur village. Pincode of karikathur village locality is 606803.
When it comes to administration, Karikathur village is governed by a Sarpanch, who is an elected representative (Head of Village) chosen through local elections, as per the Constitution of India and the Panchayati Raj Act. As per 2019 stats, Karikathur village comes under Polur Vidhan Sabha constituency & Arani Lok Sabha constituency. Polur is nearest town to karikathur village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 8km away.
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Population of Karikathur
The population details of Karikathur cover important figures like total population, male and female population, children aged 0–6 years, and the number of literate and illiterate people. It also shows how many residents belong to Scheduled Castes and Scheduled Tribes. These details help in understanding the village structure, education level, and community groups.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,054 | 530 | 524 |
| Child Population (Age 0–6) | 131 | 68 | 63 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) Population | 8 | 3 | 5 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) Population | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Literate Population | 512 | 287 | 225 |
| Illiterate Population | 542 | 243 | 299 |
Connectivity of Karikathur
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Available within village |
| Railway Station | Available within 8 km distance |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Karikathur
Where is Karikathur located?
Karikathur village is situated in Polur Taluka, within the Tiruvannamalai district of Tamil Nadu, India.
What is the pincode of Karikathur?
The pincode of Karikathur is 606803, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
What is the population of Karikathur as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Karikathur is 1,054, with 530 males and 524 females.
How many households are there in Karikathur as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Karikathur village has a total of 285 households.
What is the literacy rate in Karikathur as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Karikathur is 48.58%. The male literacy rate is 54.15%, while the female literacy rate is 42.94%.