Karanai
Karanai is a village located in Gingee taluka of Viluppuram district in Tamil Nadu, India. Viluppuram and Gingee are the district & sub-district headquarters of Karanai village respectively. As per 2009 stats, Vadavetti is the gram panchayat of Karanai village.
Here you can discover what makes Karanai unique in its vibrant Gingee-Viluppuram region. You’ll see Karanai’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 Karanai
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Karanai is 632303. The village spans a total geographical area of 307.08 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 604208. Chetpet is nearest town to Karanai village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 8km away.
Google Map of Karanai
Population of Karanai
According to the 2011 Census, Karanai has a total population of about 725, with approximately 368 males and 357 females. The sex ratio is around 970 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 97 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 88 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 13. The overall literacy rate is approximately 57.93%, with male literacy at about 63.59% and female literacy near 52.10%. There are around 175 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Karanai's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 725 | 368 | 357 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 97 | 55 | 42 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 88 | 44 | 44 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 13 | 7 | 6 |
| Literate Population | 420 | 234 | 186 |
| Illiterate Population | 305 | 134 | 171 |
Connectivity of Karanai
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Karanai. As per the 2011 stats, Karanai 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 47 km distance |
Nearby Villages of Karanai
Knowing the nearby villages of Karanai helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Karanai.
Frequently Asked Questions about Karanai
- Where is Karanai located?
- Karanai village is situated in Gingee Taluka, within the Viluppuram district of Tamil Nadu, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Karanai?
- The Gram Panchayat of Karanai is Vadavetti (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the pincode of Karanai?
- The pincode of Karanai is 604208, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Karanai as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Karanai is 725, with 368 males and 357 females.
- How many households are there in Karanai as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Karanai village has a total of 175 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Karanai as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Karanai is 57.93%. The male literacy rate is 63.59%, while the female literacy rate is 52.10%.