Cheriyanad
Cheriyanad is a village located in Chengannur taluka of Alappuzha district in Kerala, India. It is situated 12km away from sub-district headquarter Chengannur (tehsildar office) and 50km away from district headquarter Alappuzha. As per 2009 stats, Cheriyanad village is also a gram panchayat.
Cheriyanad has its own place in the vibrant Alappuzha 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 Cheriyanad
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Cheriyanad is 628274. The village spans a total geographical area of 1304 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 690509. Chengannur is nearest town to Cheriyanad village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 8km away.
When it comes to local governance, Cheriyanad 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.
Google Map of Cheriyanad
Population of Cheriyanad
Below is a concise population overview of Cheriyanad as per the Census 2011 data. The table highlights the key population metrics categorized by gender and social groups.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 21,885 | 10,093 | 11,792 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 1,870 | 979 | 891 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 3,235 | 1,572 | 1,663 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 43 | 19 | 24 |
| Literate Population | 19,201 | 8,875 | 10,326 |
| Illiterate Population | 2,684 | 1,218 | 1,466 |
Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Cheriyanad village:
- The total population of Cheriyanad village is around 21,885, including approximately 10,093 males and 11,792 females, with a sex ratio of 1168 females per 1,000 males.
- There are about 1,870 children aged 0–6 years in Cheriyanad village, reflecting the young population in the village.
- Cheriyanad village has 3,235 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC) and 43 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
- The literacy rate of Cheriyanad village is about 87.74%, with male literacy at 87.93% and female literacy at 87.57%.
- There are around 5,823 households in Cheriyanad village.
Connectivity of Cheriyanad
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Cheriyanad. As per the 2011 stats, Cheriyanad 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 village |
Nearby Villages of Cheriyanad
Knowing the nearby villages of Cheriyanad helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Cheriyanad.
Frequently Asked Questions about Cheriyanad
- Where is Cheriyanad located?
- Cheriyanad village is situated in Chengannur Taluka, within the Alappuzha district of Kerala, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Cheriyanad?
- Cheriyanad serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
- What is the pincode of Cheriyanad?
- The pincode of Cheriyanad is 690509, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Cheriyanad as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Cheriyanad is 21,885, with 10,093 males and 11,792 females.
- How many households are there in Cheriyanad as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Cheriyanad village has a total of 5,823 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Cheriyanad as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Cheriyanad is 87.74%. The male literacy rate is 87.93%, while the female literacy rate is 87.57%.