Karai
Karai is a village located in Gingee taluka of Viluppuram district in Tamil Nadu, India. Viluppuram and Gingee are the district & sub-district headquarters of Karai village respectively. As per 2009 stats, Karai village is also a gram panchayat.
Here you can discover what makes Karai unique in its vibrant Gingee-Viluppuram region. You’ll see Karai’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 Karai
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Karai is 632475. The village spans a total geographical area of 616.57 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 605201. Gingee is nearest town to Karai village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 9km away.
Google Map of Karai
Population of Karai
According to the 2011 Census, Karai has a total population of about 2,830, with approximately 1,456 males and 1,374 females. The sex ratio is around 943 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 272 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 923 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 4. The overall literacy rate is approximately 60.07%, with male literacy at about 68.41% and female literacy near 51.24%. There are around 682 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Karai's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,830 | 1,456 | 1,374 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 272 | 141 | 131 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 923 | 486 | 437 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 4 | 2 | 2 |
| Literate Population | 1,700 | 996 | 704 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,130 | 460 | 670 |
Connectivity of Karai
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Karai. As per the 2011 stats, Karai 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 33 km distance |
Nearby Villages of Karai
Knowing the nearby villages of Karai helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Karai.
Frequently Asked Questions about Karai
- Where is Karai located?
- Karai village is situated in Gingee Taluka, within the Viluppuram district of Tamil Nadu, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Karai?
- Karai serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
- What is the pincode of Karai?
- The pincode of Karai is 605201, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Karai as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Karai is 2,830, with 1,456 males and 1,374 females.
- How many households are there in Karai as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Karai village has a total of 682 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Karai as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Karai is 60.07%. The male literacy rate is 68.41%, while the female literacy rate is 51.24%.