Karigiri
About Karigiri
According to Census 2011 information the location code or village code of Karigiri village is 630408. Karigiri village is located in Katpadi taluka of Vellore district in Tamil Nadu, India. Vellore and Katpadi are the district & sub-district headquarters of Karigiri village respectively. As per 2009 stats, Karigiri village is also a gram panchayat.
The total geographical area of village is 932.97 hectares. Karigiri has a total population of 5,185 peoples, out of which male population is 2,532 while female population is 2,653. This results in a sex ratio of approximately 1047 females for every 1,000 males. Literacy rate of karigiri village is 70.88% out of which 77.49% males and 64.57% females are literate. There are about 1,221 houses in karigiri village. Pincode of karigiri village locality is 632106.
When it comes to administration, Karigiri 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, Karigiri village comes under Katpadi Vidhan Sabha constituency & Arakkonam Lok Sabha constituency. Katpadi is nearest town to karigiri village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 8km away.
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Population of Karigiri
The population details of Karigiri 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 | 5,185 | 2,532 | 2,653 |
| Child Population (Age 0–6) | 579 | 315 | 264 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) Population | 735 | 350 | 385 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) Population | 60 | 34 | 26 |
| Literate Population | 3,675 | 1,962 | 1,713 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,510 | 570 | 940 |
Connectivity of Karigiri
| 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 Karigiri
Where is Karigiri located?
Karigiri village is situated in Katpadi Taluka, within the Vellore district of Tamil Nadu, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Karigiri?
Karigiri serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
What is the pincode of Karigiri?
The pincode of Karigiri is 632106, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
What is the population of Karigiri as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Karigiri is 5,185, with 2,532 males and 2,653 females.
How many households are there in Karigiri as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Karigiri village has a total of 1,221 households.
What is the literacy rate in Karigiri as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Karigiri is 70.88%. The male literacy rate is 77.49%, while the female literacy rate is 64.57%.