Karkur
About Karkur
According to Census 2011 information the location code or village code of Karkur village is 630322. Karkur village is located in Gudiyatham taluka of Vellore district in Tamil Nadu, India. Vellore and Gudiyatham are the district & sub-district headquarters of Karkur village respectively. As per 2009 stats, Karkoor is the gram panchayat of Karkur village.
The total geographical area of village is 239.16 hectares. Karkur has a total population of 1,427 peoples, out of which male population is 729 while female population is 698. This results in a sex ratio of approximately 957 females for every 1,000 males. Literacy rate of karkur village is 70.01% out of which 74.07% males and 65.76% females are literate. There are about 332 houses in karkur village. Pincode of karkur village locality is 635805.
When it comes to administration, Karkur 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, Karkur village comes under Gudiyattam Vidhan Sabha constituency & Vellore Lok Sabha constituency. Gudiyatham is nearest town to karkur village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 18km away.
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Population of Karkur
The population details of Karkur 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 | 1,427 | 729 | 698 |
| Child Population (Age 0–6) | 174 | 101 | 73 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) Population | 912 | 453 | 459 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) Population | 16 | 7 | 9 |
| Literate Population | 999 | 540 | 459 |
| Illiterate Population | 428 | 189 | 239 |
Connectivity of Karkur
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Available within village |
| Railway Station | Available within 3 km distance |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Karkur
Where is Karkur located?
Karkur village is situated in Gudiyatham Taluka, within the Vellore district of Tamil Nadu, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Karkur?
The Gram Panchayat of Karkur is Karkoor (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
What is the pincode of Karkur?
The pincode of Karkur is 635805, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
What is the population of Karkur as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Karkur is 1,427, with 729 males and 698 females.
How many households are there in Karkur as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Karkur village has a total of 332 households.
What is the literacy rate in Karkur as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Karkur is 70.01%. The male literacy rate is 74.07%, while the female literacy rate is 65.76%.