How many villages are in Karaikal Taluk Sub-district?
Karaikal Taluk Sub-district has 12 Census 2011 village records in this directory, including 12 inhabited villages. They are part of Karaikal district in Puducherry.
Indian Village Directory
Karaikal Taluk Sub-district Village List
Karaikal Taluk Sub-district in Karaikal district, Puducherry has 12 Census 2011 village records, including 12 inhabited villages. The listed villages cover 46,098 people, 11,447 households and 5,152.06 hectares. Reported local context includes 12 Gram Panchayats, village facilities, land-use fields, nearest-town references and individual village profiles. Census datasets record this administrative level as a sub-district, while local usage may call it a tehsil, taluka, mandal, block or tahasil.
Villages12
Inhabited Villages12
Population46,098
Households11,447
Area (ha)5,152.06
CD Blocks1
Key Facts
- Location
- Karaikal Taluk Sub-district is in Karaikal district, Puducherry.
- Village Records
- 12 Census 2011 village records
- Inhabited Villages
- 12
- Listed Population
- 46,098
- Households
- 11,447
- Recorded Village Area
- 5,152.06 hectares
- Gram Panchayats
- 12
- Largest by Population
- Kottucherry (9,711 people)
- Largest by Area
- Kottucherry (648.23 hectares)
Largest Villages by Population
Kottucherry is the highest-population village listed in Karaikal Taluk Sub-district, with 9,711 people and 2,411 households. It represents 21% of the listed sub-district village population. Open the village profile to compare its Census code, facilities, area and nearest-town details.
| Rank | Village | Population | Local Pop Share | Households | Avg Household Size | Area (ha) | Pop / sq km | Nearest Town | Town Distance km |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Kottucherry | 9,711 | 21% | 2,411 | 4 | 648.23 | 1,498.1 | Karaikal | 6 |
| 2 | Neravy | 6,555 | 14% | 1,511 | 4.3 | 414.17 | 1,582.7 | Karaikal | 5 |
| 3 | Thiruvettakudy | 4,281 | 9.3% | 1,067 | 4 | 557.83 | 767.4 | Karaikal | 10 |
| 4 | Varichikudy (South) | 4,096 | 8.9% | 932 | 4.4 | 538.17 | 761.1 | Karaikal | 6 |
| 5 | Varichikudy (North) | 3,533 | 7.7% | 883 | 4 | 381.42 | 926.3 | Karaikal | 6 |
| 6 | Vizhidiur | 3,435 | 7.5% | 914 | 3.8 | 336.71 | 1,020.2 | Karaikal | 9 |
| 7 | Keezhaiyur (South) | 3,262 | 7.1% | 857 | 3.8 | 444.37 | 734.1 | Karaikal | 6 |
| 8 | Kizhamanai | 2,851 | 6.2% | 744 | 3.8 | 255.38 | 1,116.4 | Karaikal | 4 |
| 9 | Keezhaiyur (North) | 2,687 | 5.8% | 662 | 4.1 | 343.20 | 782.9 | Karaikal | 6 |
| 10 | Vanjiur | 2,234 | 4.8% | 579 | 3.9 | 645.97 | 345.8 | Karaikal | 10 |
Largest Villages by Area
Kottucherry has the largest recorded village area in Karaikal Taluk Sub-district, at 648.23 hectares. This is 13% of the listed local village area. Use area values for broad comparison only; land and revenue work should use official records.
| Rank | Village | Area (ha) | Local Area Share | Population | Pop / sq km | Households | Households / ha | Nearest Town | Town Distance km |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Kottucherry | 648.23 | 13% | 9,711 | 1,498.1 | 2,411 | 3.72 | Karaikal | 6 |
| 2 | Vanjiur | 645.97 | 13% | 2,234 | 345.8 | 579 | 0.9 | Karaikal | 10 |
| 3 | Thiruvettakudy | 557.83 | 11% | 4,281 | 767.4 | 1,067 | 1.91 | Karaikal | 10 |
| 4 | Varichikudy (South) | 538.17 | 10% | 4,096 | 761.1 | 932 | 1.73 | Karaikal | 6 |
| 5 | Keezhaiyur (South) | 444.37 | 8.6% | 3,262 | 734.1 | 857 | 1.93 | Karaikal | 6 |
| 6 | Neravy | 414.17 | 8% | 6,555 | 1,582.7 | 1,511 | 3.65 | Karaikal | 5 |
| 7 | Varichikudy (North) | 381.42 | 7.4% | 3,533 | 926.3 | 883 | 2.32 | Karaikal | 6 |
| 8 | Polagam | 368.72 | 7.2% | 1,888 | 512 | 499 | 1.35 | Karaikal | 7 |
| 9 | Keezhaiyur (North) | 343.20 | 6.7% | 2,687 | 782.9 | 662 | 1.93 | Karaikal | 6 |
| 10 | Vizhidiur | 336.71 | 6.5% | 3,435 | 1,020.2 | 914 | 2.71 | Karaikal | 9 |
Villages in Karaikal Taluk Sub-district
The A-Z table below helps you find the correct village inside Karaikal Taluk Sub-district. Each row brings together the village name, Census code, population, households, area, nearest town and key facility signals where those details are listed.
K Villages
| Village | Village Code | Population | Households | Area (ha) | CD Block | Gram Panchayat | Nearest Town | ATM Access | Primary School | Mobile | Road | Power |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Keezhaiyur (North) | 644991 | 2,687 | 662 | 343.20 | Karaikal CD Block | Kezhaiyur | Karaikal | — | Available | Available | Available | Available |
| Keezhaiyur (South) | 644992 | 3,262 | 857 | 444.37 | Karaikal CD Block | Edatheru, T. R. Pattinam(south) (Part) | Karaikal | — | Available | Available | Available | Available |
| Kizhamanai | 644989 | 2,851 | 744 | 255.38 | Karaikal CD Block | Kizhamanai | Karaikal | — | Available | Available | Available | Available |
| Kottucherry | 644987 | 9,711 | 2,411 | 648.23 | Karaikal CD Block | Korrucherry (West) (Part), Kottucherry (East) | Karaikal | — | Available | Available | Available | Available |
N Villages
| Village | Village Code | Population | Households | Area (ha) | CD Block | Gram Panchayat | Nearest Town | ATM Access | Primary School | Mobile | Road | Power |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Neravy | 644990 | 6,555 | 1,511 | 414.17 | Karaikal CD Block | Neravy(east), Neravy(west) | Karaikal | — | Available | Available | Available | Available |
P Villages
| Village | Village Code | Population | Households | Area (ha) | CD Block | Gram Panchayat | Nearest Town | ATM Access | Primary School | Mobile | Road | Power |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Polagam | 644993 | 1,888 | 499 | 368.72 | Karaikal CD Block | T. R. Pattinam (South) (Part) | Karaikal | — | Available | Available | Available | Available |
| Poovam | 644984 | 1,565 | 388 | 217.89 | Karaikal CD Block | Poovam(part) | Karaikal | — | Available | Available | Available | Available |
T Villages
| Village | Village Code | Population | Households | Area (ha) | CD Block | Gram Panchayat | Nearest Town | ATM Access | Primary School | Mobile | Road | Power |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Thiruvettakudy | 644985 | 4,281 | 1,067 | 557.83 | Karaikal CD Block | Thiruvettakudy | Karaikal | — | Available | Available | Available | Available |
V Villages
| Village | Village Code | Population | Households | Area (ha) | CD Block | Gram Panchayat | Nearest Town | ATM Access | Primary School | Mobile | Road | Power |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Vanjiur | 644994 | 2,234 | 579 | 645.97 | Karaikal CD Block | Vanjiyur | Karaikal | — | Available | Available | Available | Available |
| Varichikudy (North) | 644983 | 3,533 | 883 | 381.42 | Karaikal CD Block | Poovam(part), Varichikudy (Part) | Karaikal | — | Available | Available | Available | Available |
| Varichikudy (South) | 644986 | 4,096 | 932 | 538.17 | Karaikal CD Block | Varichikudy (Part), Kottucherry(west) (Part) | Karaikal | — | Available | Available | Available | Available |
| Vizhidiur | 644988 | 3,435 | 914 | 336.71 | Karaikal CD Block | Vizhidiur | Karaikal | — | Available | Available | Available | Available |
Population Summary
Karaikal Taluk Sub-district has 46,098 people in 11,447 households across 12 Census 2011 village records.
Average Population / Village3,842
Average Household Size4
Inhabited Village %100%
Population Density / sq km894.7
Male Share0%
Female Share0%
SC Share0%
ST Share0%
Total Population46,098
Administrative Coverage
Administrative coverage links Karaikal Taluk villages with local names reported in Census 2011 records. The page includes 1 CD block and 12 Gram Panchayats. Reported Gram Panchayats include Edatheru, T. R.pattinam(south) (Part), Kezhaiyur and Kizhamanai.
CD Blocks Reported1
Gram Panchayats Reported12
Nearest Town Names Reported1
CD blocks reported: Karaikal CD Block.
Gram Panchayats reported: Edatheru, T. R.pattinam(south) (Part), Kezhaiyur, Kizhamanai, Korrucherry (West) (Part), Kottucherry (East), Neravy(east), Neravy(west), Poovam(part), Poovam(part), Varichikudy (Part), T. R.pattinam (South) (Part), Thiruvettakudy, Vanjiyur, Varichikudy (Part), Kottucherry(west) (Part), Vizhidiur.
Village Facility Coverage
Village facility coverage for Karaikal Taluk Sub-district is based on Census 2011 and District Census Handbook (DCHB) amenities fields. Reported signals include primary school in 12 villages (100%), mobile coverage in 12 villages (100%), all-weather road in 12 villages (100%), domestic power supply in 12 villages (100%). These are historical village amenities, not live service guarantees.
Facility Coverage Summary
| Facility | Villages with Facility | Reported Villages | Gap Count | % of All Villages |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Primary School | 12 | 12 | 0 | 100 |
| Mobile Coverage | 12 | 12 | 0 | 100 |
| All-Weather Road | 12 | 12 | 0 | 100 |
| PDS Shop | 12 | 12 | 0 | 100 |
| Domestic Power Supply | 12 | 12 | 0 | 100 |
Median Nearest Town Distance6 km
Villages within 5 km2
Villages over 25 km0
Nearest Town Distance Bands
| Distance Band | Villages | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Within 5 Km | 2 | 17% |
| 5-10 Km | 10 | 83% |
| 10-25 Km | 0 | 0% |
| Over 25 Km | 0 | 0% |
Location and Distance Highlights
Location and distance fields show how Karaikal Taluk villages relate to nearby towns and headquarters. Nearest-town distance is reported for 12 villages, with an average of 7.0 km. The farthest listed nearest-town distance is 10.0 km for Thiruvettakudy. Use these figures for orientation only.
| Distance Type | Reported Villages | Average km | Maximum km | Village | Place / HQ |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Nearest Town Distance | 12 | 7 | 10 | Thiruvettakudy | Karaikal |
About the Available Data
This data coverage section explains the fields available for Karaikal Taluk Sub-district. The page summarises 26 data fields and 312 reported values from Census 2011 and District Census Handbook (DCHB) public records. Some values may be blank, old or not listed, so important decisions should be checked with official records.
| Data Section | Fields | Reported Values | Available / Positive Values |
|---|---|---|---|
| Census Codes and Administrative Details | 6 | 72 | 48 |
| Location and Distance | 3 | 36 | 24 |
| Population and Social Groups | 3 | 36 | 36 |
| Education Facilities | 8 | 96 | 65 |
| Connectivity, Roads and Transport | 2 | 24 | 24 |
| Financial, Market and Public Services | 1 | 12 | 12 |
| Power Supply | 3 | 36 | 36 |
Official Reference Links
Use official portals to verify current government information, land records, revenue details or administrative updates.
Data Method and Verification
This page is built as a reference guide, not as an official government record. The village figures come mainly from Census 2011 and District Census Handbook (DCHB) public data. DCHB is published under the Registrar General of India, Government of India.
- Last Reviewed
- 30 May 2026
- Main Source
- Census 2011 village records and District Census Handbook data
- Postal Context
- Use India Post for current address confirmation
- Banking Context
- Use the bank or RBI source record for current service status
Use Vill for village search, Census code lookup, population context and local comparison. For land ownership, revenue records, postal delivery, banking service, emergency travel or legal work, confirm the latest details through the official portal or local office.
Frequently Asked Questions
Which is the most populated village in Karaikal Taluk Sub-district?
Kottucherry is the most populated village listed for Karaikal Taluk Sub-district, with 9,711 people and 2,411 households.
Which village has the largest recorded area in Karaikal Taluk Sub-district?
Kottucherry has the largest recorded village area in Karaikal Taluk Sub-district, at 648.23 hectares.
How many Gram Panchayats are reported for Karaikal Taluk Sub-district?
The administrative summary reports 12 Gram Panchayats for Karaikal Taluk Sub-district. Reported names include Edatheru, T. R.pattinam(south) (Part), Kezhaiyur and Kizhamanai.
What village facilities are reported in Karaikal Taluk Sub-district?
The facility section uses Census 2011 and District Census Handbook (DCHB) village amenities fields. High-count signals include primary school in 12 villages, mobile coverage in 12 villages, all-weather road in 12 villages. These are historical records, not live service guarantees.
What can I find in the Karaikal Taluk Sub-district village table?
The table lists villages with Census village code, population, households, area, nearest town and key facility details where available.
Is Karaikal Taluk also a sub-district in Census data?
Yes. In Census data this administrative level is recorded as a sub-district, while local wording may use terms such as tehsil, taluka, taluk, mandal, block or tahasil depending on the state.