Venmony - Chengannur, Alappuzha
Venmony is a village situated in the Chengannur taluka of Alappuzha district, Kerala. It is located approximately 8 km from the tehsil headquarters in Chengannur and around 40 km from the district headquarters in Alappuzha. Venmony village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Venmony is 628275. The village covers a total geographical area of 1804 hectares and falls under the 689509 pincode. Chengannur is the nearest town, located about 12 km away.
Venmony village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Chengannur Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Mavelikkara Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Venmony
As per Census 2011, Venmony village has a total population of 19,932 people, consisting of 9,073 males and 10,859 females. The village has 5,569 households and a sex ratio of 1,196 females per 1,000 males. There are 1,630 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 17,695 literate and 2,237 illiterate residents. Additionally, 3,858 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 54 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Venmony are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 19,932 | 9,073 | 10,859 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 1,630 | 831 | 799 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 3,858 | 1,876 | 1,982 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 54 | 22 | 32 |
| Literate Population | 17,695 | 8,050 | 9,645 |
| Illiterate Population | 2,237 | 1,023 | 1,214 |
Nearby Villages of Venmony
Venmony is surrounded by several neighbouring villages in various directions. The table below lists these nearby villages along with their approximate aerial (straight-line) distances and directions from the village:
| Nearby Village | Direction | Approx. Distance (Aerial) |
|---|---|---|
| Vettiyar | South-West | 4.21 km |
| Mulakuzha (part) | North-East | 4.28 km |
| Ala (part) | North-West | 4.44 km |
| Cheriyanad | North-West | 4.61 km |
| Pandalam | South-East | 5.24 km |
| Kulanada | East | 5.74 km |
| Puliyoor(part) | North-West | 7.03 km |
| Chunakkara | South-West | 7.25 km |
| Kidangannur | North-East | 7.74 km |
| Chengannur (part) | North | 8.42 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Venmony
Venmony is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Cheriyanad, while the nearest airport is Willingdon Island Air Base, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 65.3 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | Available within >10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Chengannur to Venmony is about 12 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Alappuzha to Venmony is about 40 km, with the usual travel time around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Venmony
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Venmony village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | Yes | Available within village |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Venmony
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Venmony village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Venmony
Where is Venmony located?
Venmony village is located in Chengannur Taluka, Alappuzha district, Kerala, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Venmony?
Venmony is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Venmony?
The pincode of Venmony is 689509.
What is the population of Venmony?
Venmony has a total population of 19,932, including 9,073 males and 10,859 females.
How many households are there in Venmony?
There are 5,569 households in Venmony.
What is the literacy rate in Venmony?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Venmony is 88.78%. Male literacy is 88.72% and female literacy is 88.82%.