Karaikal PIN Codes: 609601 to 609609 | Puducherry

Key Facts

Karaikal is a district within the Union Territory of Puducherry, located on the eastern coast of India along the Bay of Bengal. Situated approximately 150 kilometers south of Puducherry's capital city, this enclave district is geographically separated from the main Puducherry territory and lies entirely within the state of Tamil Nadu. Covering an area of about 160 square kilometers, Karaikal is one of the four districts that constitute the Union Territory of Puducherry, alongside Puducherry, Yanam, and Mahe. The district is administratively divided into two taluks - Karaikal and Thirunallar - which together contain numerous villages and the main urban center of Karaikal town. With a population of approximately 200,000 people according to recent estimates, Karaikal maintains a distinct cultural identity while being surrounded by Tamil Nadu's Nagapattinam district. The region's economy is primarily driven by agriculture, fishing, and small-scale industries, with the fertile Cauvery delta supporting extensive rice cultivation. Karaikal serves as an important administrative and commercial hub for the surrounding rural areas, offering essential services and government facilities to residents across its constituent taluks and villages. For those seeking detailed postal information, Karaikal's administrative structure provides organized access to postal codes for all its sub-regions and localities.

Neighboring Regions

• Nagapattinam district