Karaikulam
Karaikulam is a village located in Kariapatti taluka of Virudhunagar district in Tamil Nadu, India. It is situated 29km away from sub-district headquarter Kariapatti (tehsildar office) and 47km away from district headquarter Virudhunagar. As per 2009 stats, Thulukkankulam is the gram panchayat of Karaikulam village.
Karaikulam has its own place in the vibrant Virudhunagar region. In the following sections, you’ll find details about population, literacy, households, children, caste data, area, pincode, local governance, nearby villages, connectivity, and more.
About Karaikulam
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Karaikulam is 641470. The village spans a total geographical area of 179.77 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 626129. Kariapatti is nearest town to Karaikulam village for all major economic activities.
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Population of Karaikulam
Below is a concise population overview of Karaikulam as per the Census 2011 data. The table highlights the key population metrics categorized by gender and social groups.
Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
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Total Population | 293 | 144 | 149 |
Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 49 | 24 | 25 |
Scheduled Castes (SC) | 187 | 91 | 96 |
Scheduled Tribes (ST) | N/A | N/A | N/A |
Literate Population | 141 | 85 | 56 |
Illiterate Population | 152 | 59 | 93 |
Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Karaikulam village:
- The total population of Karaikulam village is around 293, including approximately 144 males and 149 females, with a sex ratio of 1034 females per 1,000 males.
- There are about 49 children aged 0–6 years in Karaikulam village, reflecting the young population in the village.
- Karaikulam village has 187 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC).
- The literacy rate of Karaikulam village is about 48.12%, with male literacy at 59.03% and female literacy at 37.58%.
- There are around 74 households in Karaikulam village.
Connectivity of Karaikulam
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Karaikulam. As per the 2011 stats, Karaikulam had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
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Public Bus Service | Available within village |
Private Bus Service | Available within <5 km distance |
Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Karaikulam
Knowing the nearby villages of Karaikulam helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Karaikulam.
Frequently Asked Questions about Karaikulam
- Where is Karaikulam located?
- Karaikulam village is situated in Kariapatti Taluka, within the Virudhunagar district of Tamil Nadu, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Karaikulam?
- The Gram Panchayat of Karaikulam is Thulukkankulam (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the pincode of Karaikulam?
- The pincode of Karaikulam is 626129, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Karaikulam as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Karaikulam is 293, with 144 males and 149 females.
- How many households are there in Karaikulam as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Karaikulam village has a total of 74 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Karaikulam as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Karaikulam is 48.12%. The male literacy rate is 59.03%, while the female literacy rate is 37.58%.