Chengannur

Chengannur is a village located in Chengannur taluka of Alappuzha district in Kerala, India. It is situated 5km away from sub-district headquarter Chengannur (tehsildar office) and 45km away from district headquarter Alappuzha. As per 2009 stats, Thiruvanvandur is the gram panchayat of Chengannur village.

Here you can discover what makes Chengannur unique in its vibrant Chengannur-Alappuzha region. You’ll see Chengannur’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 Chengannur

According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Chengannur is 628270. The village spans a total geographical area of 102 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 689121. Chengannur is nearest town to Chengannur village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 3km away.

When it comes to local governance, Chengannur village is administered by a Sarpanch, the elected head of the village, in accordance with the Constitution of India and the Panchayati Raj Act. The village falls under the Chengannur Vidhan Sabha constituency for state-level representation and the Mavelikkara Lok Sabha constituency for national parliamentary elections. The local administration is responsible for civic services and development within the village.

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Population of Chengannur

According to the 2011 Census, Chengannur has a total population of about 1,989, with approximately 900 males and 1,089 females. The sex ratio is around 1210 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 146 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 65 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 4. The overall literacy rate is approximately 90.40%, with male literacy at about 90.22% and female literacy near 90.54%. There are around 558 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Chengannur's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.

ParticularsTotalMaleFemale
Total Population 1,989 900 1,089
Child Population (0–6 yrs) 146 72 74
Scheduled Castes (SC) 65 35 30
Scheduled Tribes (ST) 4 N/A 4
Literate Population 1,798 812 986
Illiterate Population 191 88 103

Connectivity of Chengannur

Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Chengannur. As per the 2011 stats, Chengannur 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 <5 km distance

Nearby Villages of Chengannur

Knowing the nearby villages of Chengannur helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Chengannur.

Frequently Asked Questions about Chengannur

Where is Chengannur located?
Chengannur village is situated in Chengannur Taluka, within the Alappuzha district of Kerala, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Chengannur?
The Gram Panchayat of Chengannur is Thiruvanvandur (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
What is the pincode of Chengannur?
The pincode of Chengannur is 689121, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
What is the population of Chengannur as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Chengannur is 1,989, with 900 males and 1,089 females.
How many households are there in Chengannur as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Chengannur village has a total of 558 households.
What is the literacy rate in Chengannur as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Chengannur is 90.40%. The male literacy rate is 90.22%, while the female literacy rate is 90.54%.