Arattupuzha - Karthikappally, Alappuzha
Arattupuzha is a village situated in the Karthikappally taluka of Alappuzha district, Kerala. It is located approximately 15 km from the tehsil headquarters in Haripad and around 35 km from the district headquarters in Alappuzha. Arattupuzha village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Arattupuzha is 628255. The village covers a total geographical area of 2270 hectares and falls under the 690535 pincode. Kayamkulam is the nearest town, located about 11 km away.
Arattupuzha village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Haripad Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Alappuzha Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Arattupuzha
As per Census 2011, Arattupuzha village has a total population of 29,264 people, consisting of 13,886 males and 15,378 females. The village has 7,471 households and a sex ratio of 1,107 females per 1,000 males. There are 2,928 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 24,479 literate and 4,785 illiterate residents. Additionally, 1,166 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 37 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Arattupuzha are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 29,264 | 13,886 | 15,378 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 2,928 | 1,491 | 1,437 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 1,166 | 555 | 611 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 37 | 16 | 21 |
| Literate Population | 24,479 | 11,805 | 12,674 |
| Illiterate Population | 4,785 | 2,081 | 2,704 |
Nearby Villages of Arattupuzha
Arattupuzha 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Muthukulam (ct) | North-East | 2.69 km |
| Chingoli (ct) | North | 6.05 km |
| Cheppad (ct) | North-East | 6.69 km |
| Karthikappally (ct) | North | 7.24 km |
| Puthuppally (ct) | South-East | 7.79 km |
| Perungala | East | 8.84 km |
| Kannamangalam (ct) | North-East | 9.01 km |
| Pallippad | North-East | 9.74 km |
| Krishnapuram (ct) | South-East | 9.90 km |
| Kumarapuram (ct) | North | 10.25 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Arattupuzha
Arattupuzha is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Cheppad Halt, while the nearest airport is Willingdon Island Air Base, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 64.2 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 Kayamkulam to Arattupuzha is about 11 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Alappuzha to Arattupuzha is about 35 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 Arattupuzha
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Arattupuzha 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 Arattupuzha
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Arattupuzha 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 Arattupuzha
Where is Arattupuzha located?
Arattupuzha village is located in Karthikappally Taluka, Alappuzha district, Kerala, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Arattupuzha?
Arattupuzha is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Arattupuzha?
The pincode of Arattupuzha is 690535.
What is the population of Arattupuzha?
Arattupuzha has a total population of 29,264, including 13,886 males and 15,378 females.
How many households are there in Arattupuzha?
There are 7,471 households in Arattupuzha.
What is the literacy rate in Arattupuzha?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Arattupuzha is 83.65%. Male literacy is 85.01% and female literacy is 82.42%.