Village code 629605

Karai Village, Kancheepuram Taluk: Map, PIN Code and Population

Karai is a village in Kancheepuram Taluk, also recorded as a Census sub-district, Kancheepuram district, Tamil Nadu. This page gives the village map, PIN code, population, village code, gram panchayat, public facilities, roads, water, power, land use and nearby village links in one place.

Karai village map in Tamil Nadu
Karai village map image for Kancheepuram Taluk, Tamil Nadu.

Village Overview

Karai is a village in Kancheepuram Taluk, also recorded as a Census sub-district, Kancheepuram district, Tamil Nadu. For Karai, the population is 2,091, PIN code is 631552 and Census village code is 629605. Use this page to understand the basic location, Census village data, public services and nearby villages before checking official records.

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Source year

Census 2011 for population and village code, with public village directory data for facilities

Important note

Map and data are for general information. Verify legal and land records from official sources.

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Quick Facts

Quick facts for Karai village
Village code629605
PIN code631552
Population2,091
Households518
Area572.80 ha / 5.73 sq. km / 1,415 acres
Population density365 people per sq. km
Sex ratio965 females per 1,000 males
Nearest townKancheepuram (8 km)
Current stateTamil Nadu
Census 2011 stateTamil Nadu
Current districtKancheepuram
Census 2011 districtKancheepuram

Postal and PIN Code Details

The table below shows post office records linked with PIN code 631552. This helps users verify the postal area for Karai, but it does not prove that every listed post office is located inside the village.

Postal details for Karai village
PIN code631552
Post offices linked with this PINKaraipettai S.O, Karai B.O, Parandur B.O, Siruvakkam B.O, and Siruvallur B.O
Best matching post officeKaraipettai S.O (Post office)
Delivery office records5
Postal districtKanchipuram
Postal stateTamil Nadu
Postal divisionKanchipuram Division
Postal circleTamilnadu Circle
SourceIndia Post Postal Index Number code reference data

Location and Administration

Karai comes under Karai gram panchayat and Walajabad C.D. Block. Its local administrative unit is Kancheepuram Taluk, also recorded as a Census sub-district. The taluk headquarters is Kancheepuram at 8 km. The Census district headquarters, Kancheepuram, is 8 km away.

Administrative details for Karai
Current stateTamil Nadu
Census 2011 stateTamil Nadu
Current districtKancheepuram
Census 2011 districtKancheepuram
State code33
District code604
Taluk / Census sub-district code5707
Gram panchayat code0058
C.D. Block code0016
Block panchayat code0016

Population Profile

The population details below are from Census 2011 village records. They help you understand the size of Karai village and its household count.

Total population

2,091 residents in 518 households

Male population

1,064

Female population

1,027

SC/ST population

Scheduled Castes: 338; Scheduled Tribes: 19

SC male/female split

Male: Not reported; Female: Not reported

ST male/female split

Male: Not reported; Female: Not reported

Schools and Education

This section shows school facilities reported in the public village directory. School counts follow Census village directory rules. A composite school may be counted under more than one level, such as primary, middle and secondary. If a school count is not reported, confirm the latest local school details before admission or travel.

Government pre-primary school

Available; count: 2

Private pre-primary school

Not available in village

Government primary school

Available; count: 2

Private primary school

Not available in village

Middle school

Available; government count: 1

Secondary school

Available; government count: 1

Senior secondary school

Not available in village

Vocational / ITI training

Not available in village

Arts and science degree college

Not available in village

Health Facilities

Health facilities are Census-reported facilities such as CHC, PHC, sub-centre, dispensary, mobile health clinic, ASHA worker and medicine shop. They are not real-time service guarantees. Health records can change over time, so use this list as a starting point and confirm the latest service availability locally.

Health facilities reported for Karai
ASHA workerAvailable

Connectivity and Public Services

An all-weather road means the village approach was reported as usable in fair and foul weather. Pucca, kuchha, WBM and footpath are separate Census road categories. Mobile coverage means the village was treated as having access when mobile service was available to at least some residents under Census reporting practice. These details also show bus, railway, banking, post office and public service availability reported for the village.

Connectivity and public services for Karai
Public bus serviceAvailable
Private bus serviceAvailable
Railway stationNot available in village
National highwayNot available in village
State highwayNot available in village
Major district roadNot available in village
Black topped roadAvailable
All-weather roadAvailable
Post officeNot available in village
Village PIN code facilityAvailable
Mobile phone coverageAvailable
CSC / internet cafeNot available in village
ATMNot available in village
Commercial bankNot available in village
Cooperative bankNot available in village
Agricultural credit societyNot available in village
PDS shopAvailable
Mandi / regular marketNot available in village
Weekly haatNot available in village
Self-help groupAvailable
Anganwadi centreAvailable
Assembly polling stationAvailable
Birth and death registration officeAvailable
Daily newspaper supplyAvailable
Sports fieldNot available in village
Public libraryAvailable
Public reading roomAvailable

Water, Sanitation and Power

Drinking water sources are Census categories such as treated tap water, untreated tap water, covered or uncovered well, hand pump, tube well, spring, river, canal, tank, pond or lake. Power availability means electricity was reported as available for the stated use. It does not mean uninterrupted electricity or current connection status.

Water, sanitation and power details for Karai
Treated tap waterNot available in village
Untreated tap waterAvailable
Hand pumpNot available in village
Tube wells / boreholesNot available in village
Closed drainageAvailable
Open drainageNot available in village
Total sanitation campaign coverageNot available in village
Domestic power supplyAvailable
Agriculture power supplyAvailable
Commercial power supplyNot available in village
Summer domestic power12 hours per day
Winter domestic power12 hours per day

Agriculture and Land Use

Land-use area is reported in hectares using Census village directory land-use categories such as net area sown, irrigated area, forest, fallow land and non-agricultural use. This is useful for general village research, farming context and local area study.

Agriculture and land-use records for Karai
Net area sown183.20 hectares
Irrigated area149.76 hectares
Unirrigated area33.44 hectares
Wells / tube wells irrigated area16 hectares
Tanks / lakes irrigated area133.76 hectares
Non-agricultural area226.90 hectares
Other fallow land96.70 hectares
Main cropPaddy
Second cropGroundnut

Nearby Facility Clues

When a facility is not available inside the village, Census records may give the nearest place or distance range where the facility is available.

Nearest facility clues for Karai
Senior secondary schoolNot available in village; nearest reported place: Kancheepuram, 5-10 km away.
Railway stationNot available in village; nearest reported facility is 5-10 km away.
Post officeNot available in village; nearest reported facility is 5-10 km away.
Commercial bankNot available in village; nearest reported facility is 5-10 km away.
ATMNot available in village; nearest reported facility is 8 km.
Mandi / regular marketNot available in village; nearest reported facility is 5-10 km away.

How to Reach Karai

Kancheepuram (8 km) is the nearest statutory town in the available village directory data. Kancheepuram is the sub-district headquarters. Use the Google Map above to plan a route. Before travel, check the latest bus, railway and road options from local sources.

Travel and connectivity details for Karai
Nearest major townKancheepuram (8 km)
Taluk headquartersKancheepuram (8 km)
Public bus serviceAvailable
Railway station in villageNot available in village
All-weather roadAvailable

Source-Year Notes

Data is mainly based on Census 2011 and public village directory records. Current names, boundaries and facilities may have changed. Facility meanings follow District Census Handbook village directory concepts. Local names such as Taluk, district and gram panchayat may differ from current government records.

For simple meanings of Census village directory terms, see the Census 2011 village directory definitions.

Additional Facilities Reported

This compact snapshot summarizes public village facility records for Karai. It helps surface useful facilities without making the page difficult to scan.

Additional facilities reported for Karai
Govt Pre Primary School Nursery LKG UKGAvailable; 2
Govt Primary SchoolAvailable; 2
Govt Middle SchoolAvailable; 1
Govt Secondary SchoolAvailable; 1
Government Non Formal Training CentreAvailable; 1
Maternity and Child Welfare Centre1
Maternity and Child Welfare Centre Doctors Total Strength1
Maternity and Child Welfare Centre Doctors in Position1
Maternity and Child Welfare Centre Para Medical Staff Total Strength1
Maternity and Child Welfare Centre Para Medical Staff in Position1
Tap Water UntreatedAvailable
Tap Water Untreated Functioning All Round the YearAvailable
Tap Water Untreated Functioning in Summer Months April SeptemberAvailable
Closed DrainageAvailable
Community Waste Disposal System After House to House CollectionAvailable
Community Bio Gas or Recycle of Waste for Production UseAvailable
Sub Post OfficeAvailable
Telephone LandlinesAvailable
Public Call Office Mobile PCOAvailable
Mobile Phone CoverageAvailable
Public Bus ServiceAvailable
Private Bus ServiceAvailable
Auto Modified AutosAvailable
Black Topped (Pucca) RoadAvailable
Gravel Kuchha RoadsAvailable
Water Bounded MacadamAvailable
All Weather RoadAvailable
FoothpathAvailable
Self Help Group SHGAvailable
Public Distribution System PDS ShopAvailable
Nutritional Centres ICDSAvailable
Nutritional Centres Anganwadi CentreAvailable
Nutritional Centres OthersAvailable
ASHAAvailable
Public LibraryAvailable
Public Reading RoomAvailable

How to Use Survey Number and Map Details

Use the village code, district, taluk, gram panchayat, PIN code and nearest town details as reference points when searching government land records. For ownership, mutation, survey number, legal boundary and plot-level decisions, check the latest record with the revenue department or official land records portal.

Frequently Asked Questions

Where is Karai village located?

Karai is located in Kancheepuram Taluk, also recorded as a Census sub-district. District: Kancheepuram.

Which Taluk is Karai in?

Karai is in Kancheepuram Taluk. In Census tables, this level is also called a sub-district.

Which district is Karai in?

District: Kancheepuram.

What is the village code of Karai?

The Census village code of Karai is 629605.

What is the PIN code of Karai?

The PIN code reported for Karai is 631552.

What is the population of Karai?

Karai has 2,091 residents in 518 households as per Census 2011.

Which gram panchayat is Karai part of?

Karai comes under Karai gram panchayat.

Which is the nearest town to Karai?

The nearest statutory town to Karai is Kancheepuram (8 km).

Which crops are grown in Karai?

The main crops reported for Karai are Paddy and Groundnut.

What land-use details are available for Karai?

Land-use details for Karai include net area sown: 183.20 hectares, irrigated area: 149.76 hectares, and unirrigated area: 33.44 hectares.

Is there a government primary school in Karai?

Government primary school status for Karai is available in the village.

Is public bus service available in Karai?

Public bus service is available in the village.

Is mobile phone coverage available in Karai?

Mobile phone coverage is available in the village.

What is the total area of Karai?

The total geographical area of Karai is 572.80 hectares.

How many households are in Karai?

Karai has 518 households as per Census 2011.

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