Karikkal
Karikkal is a village located in Arakonam taluka of Vellore district in Tamil Nadu, India. Vellore and Arakonam are the district & sub-district headquarters of Karikkal village respectively. As per 2009 stats, Karikkal village is also a gram panchayat.
Here you can discover what makes Karikkal unique in its vibrant Arakonam-Vellore region. You’ll see Karikkal’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 Karikkal
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Karikkal is 630584. The village spans a total geographical area of 698.01 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 631102. Sholingar is nearest town to Karikkal village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 10km away.
When it comes to local governance, Karikkal 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 Sholingur Vidhan Sabha constituency for state-level representation and the Arakkonam Lok Sabha constituency for national parliamentary elections. The local administration is responsible for civic services and development within the village.
Google Map of Karikkal
Population of Karikkal
According to the 2011 Census, Karikkal has a total population of about 3,704, with approximately 1,918 males and 1,786 females. The sex ratio is around 931 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 392 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 1,584 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 41. The overall literacy rate is approximately 68.79%, with male literacy at about 75.70% and female literacy near 61.37%. There are around 857 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Karikkal's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 3,704 | 1,918 | 1,786 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 392 | 225 | 167 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 1,584 | 820 | 764 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 41 | 20 | 21 |
| Literate Population | 2,548 | 1,452 | 1,096 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,156 | 466 | 690 |
Connectivity of Karikkal
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Karikkal. As per the 2011 stats, Karikkal 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 10 km distance |
Nearby Villages of Karikkal
Knowing the nearby villages of Karikkal helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Karikkal.
Frequently Asked Questions about Karikkal
- Where is Karikkal located?
- Karikkal village is situated in Arakonam Taluka, within the Vellore district of Tamil Nadu, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Karikkal?
- Karikkal serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
- What is the pincode of Karikkal?
- The pincode of Karikkal is 631102, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Karikkal as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Karikkal is 3,704, with 1,918 males and 1,786 females.
- How many households are there in Karikkal as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Karikkal village has a total of 857 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Karikkal as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Karikkal is 68.79%. The male literacy rate is 75.70%, while the female literacy rate is 61.37%.