Cherthala
Cherthala is a Town and Taluka in Alappuzha District of Kerala. In India, a taluka is a sub-division of a district that is responsible for the administration and revenue collection of a particular area within the district. It is an important part of the local governance structure, and plays a crucial role in the development and administration of its local community.
According to Census 2011, the sub-district code of Cherthala Block (CD) is 05673. The total area of Cherthala Taluka is 324 km², which includes 117.26 km² of rural area and 206.61 km² of urban area. Cherthala has a sex ratio of approximately 1043 females per 1,000 males.
List of Villages in Cherthala Taluka
Cherthala Taluka has a total of 20 villages, each with its own identity, gram panchayat, and local lifestyle. These villages form the real backbone of the region, where everyday life is rooted in agriculture, tradition, and community ties. The list below shows all villages in Cherthala Taluka, along with their respective gram panchayat and nearest town.
| # | Village Name | Gram Panchayat | Nearest Town |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Arookutty | Arookutty | Cherthala |
| 2 | Aroor | Aroor | Cherthala |
| 3 | Cherthala North | Cherthala South | Cherthala (1 km) |
| 4 | Cherthala South | Cherthala South | Cherthala (4 km) |
| 5 | Ezhupunna | Aroor | Cherthala |
| 6 | Kadakkarappally | Kadakkarappally | Cherthala (3 km) |
| 7 | Kanjikkuzhi | Kanjikuzhi | Cherthala |
| 8 | Kodamthuruth | Kodamthuruthu | Cherthala |
| 9 | Kokkothamangalam | Thanneermukkam | Cherthala |
| 10 | Kuthiathode | Kuthiathodu | Cherthala |
| 11 | Mararikkulam North | Mararikkulam North | Cherthala (10 km) |
| 12 | Muhamma | N/A | Cherthala |
| 13 | Pallippuram | Chennampalippuram | Cherthala |
| 14 | Panavally | Panavally | Vaikom (10 km) |
| 15 | Pattanakkad | Kadakkarappally | Cherthala (6 km) |
| 16 | Perumbalam | Perumbalam | Cherthala (19 km) |
| 17 | Thaikattussery | Thaicattussery | Cherthala |
| 18 | Thanneermukkam | Thanneermukkam | Cherthala |
| 19 | Thuravoor Thekku | Thuravoor | Cherthala (10 km) |
| 20 | Vayalar | Vayalar | Cherthala |
Population of Cherthala Taluka
The population profile of Cherthala Taluka offers a deeper understanding of how people are settled across its rural and urban parts. The following sections provide key insights into total population, household distribution, literacy, and age demographics — data that plays a vital role in planning development work and allocating public resources effectively.
Basic Population Details
This section offers a snapshot of Cherthala Taluka's population composition, including male-female ratio, child population, and how literacy levels vary between villages and towns.
| Particulars | Total | Rural | Urban |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 5,42,657 | 1,93,645 | 3,49,012 |
| Male Population | 2,65,583 | 95,023 | 1,70,560 |
| Female Population | 2,77,074 | 98,622 | 1,78,452 |
| Child Population (Age 0–6) | 48,358 | 17,466 | 30,892 |
| Male Child Population (Age 0–6) | 24,915 | 9,080 | 15,835 |
| Female Child Population (Age 0–6) | 23,443 | 8,386 | 15,057 |
| Literate Population | 4,71,845 | 1,67,852 | 3,03,993 |
| Literate Male Population | 2,34,771 | 83,552 | 1,51,219 |
| Literate Female Population | 2,37,074 | 84,300 | 1,52,774 |
| Illiterate Population | 70,812 | 25,793 | 45,019 |
| Illiterate Male Population | 30,812 | 11,471 | 19,341 |
| Illiterate Female Population | 40,000 | 14,322 | 25,678 |
| Total Households | 1,32,772 | 47,196 | 85,576 |
Here’s a simplified summary based on Census 2011 stats:
- Total population of Cherthala Taluka is around 5,42,657 people. This includes 2,65,583 males and 2,77,074 females. Rural population is about 1,93,645 (95,023 males and 98,622 females), while urban population is nearly 3,49,012 (1,70,560 males and 1,78,452 females).
- Children aged 0–6 years make up about 48,358 of the population, with 24,915 boys and 23,443 girls. Rural areas have 17,466 children, and urban areas have about 30,892 children in this age group.
- There are approximately 4,71,845 literate people in Cherthala Taluka, including 2,34,771 literate males and 2,37,074 literate females. Literacy in rural areas includes 1,67,852 individuals and urban literacy covers around 3,03,993 people.
- About 70,812 people in Cherthala Taluka are not literate, including 30,812 males and 40,000 females. Rural areas include 25,793 non-literate people, while urban areas have nearly 45,019 individuals.
- The tehsil has around 1,32,772 households, with 47,196 in villages and 85,576 in towns.
Social Structure and Density
This section offers a snapshot of social structure in Cherthala Taluka, highlighting the SC and ST population across rural and urban areas, as well as how densely people live in different parts of the region.
| Particulars | Total | Rural | Urban |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total SC Population | 46,023 | 15,304 | 30,719 |
| SC Male Population | 22,377 | 7,406 | 14,971 |
| SC Female Population | 23,646 | 7,898 | 15,748 |
| Total ST Population | 2,357 | 967 | 1,390 |
| ST Male Population | 1,127 | 453 | 674 |
| ST Female Population | 1,230 | 514 | 716 |
| Population Density | 1,676 / km² | 1,651 / km² | 1,689 / km² |
Here’s a simplified summary based on Census 2011 stats:
- Scheduled Caste (SC) population in Cherthala Taluka is approximately 46,023 people, including 22,377 males and 23,646 females. Around 15,304 people live in rural parts. Nearly 30,719 people reside in urban areas.
- Scheduled Tribe (ST) population in Cherthala Taluka is about 2,357 people, including 1,127 males and 1,230 females. Around 967 live in villages or rural parts. Nearly 1,390 live in towns or urban regions.
- In terms of density, overall population density is around 1,676 people per square kilometre, rural areas have about 1,651 people per sq. km, urban areas record nearly 1,689 people per sq. km.