Cheruthana
Cheruthana is a village located in Karthikappally taluka of Alappuzha district in Kerala, India. It is situated 3km away from sub-district headquarter Haripad (tehsildar office) and 32km away from district headquarter Alappuzha. As per 2009 stats, Cheruthana village is also a gram panchayat.
Here you can discover what makes Cheruthana unique in its vibrant Karthikappally-Alappuzha region. You’ll see Cheruthana’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 Cheruthana
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Cheruthana is 628251. The village spans a total geographical area of 1425 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 690517. Kayamkulam is nearest town to Cheruthana village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 20km away.
Google Map of Cheruthana
Population of Cheruthana
According to the 2011 Census, Cheruthana has a total population of about 12,882, with approximately 6,017 males and 6,865 females. The sex ratio is around 1140 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 1,215 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 2,227 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 56. The overall literacy rate is approximately 86.61%, with male literacy at about 87.12% and female literacy near 86.16%. There are around 3,274 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Cheruthana's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 12,882 | 6,017 | 6,865 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 1,215 | 626 | 589 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 2,227 | 1,075 | 1,152 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 56 | 34 | 22 |
| Literate Population | 11,157 | 5,242 | 5,915 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,725 | 775 | 950 |
Connectivity of Cheruthana
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Cheruthana. As per the 2011 stats, Cheruthana 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 Cheruthana
Knowing the nearby villages of Cheruthana helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Cheruthana.
Frequently Asked Questions about Cheruthana
- Where is Cheruthana located?
- Cheruthana village is situated in Karthikappally Taluka, within the Alappuzha district of Kerala, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Cheruthana?
- Cheruthana serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
- What is the pincode of Cheruthana?
- The pincode of Cheruthana is 690517, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Cheruthana as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Cheruthana is 12,882, with 6,017 males and 6,865 females.
- How many households are there in Cheruthana as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Cheruthana village has a total of 3,274 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Cheruthana as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Cheruthana is 86.61%. The male literacy rate is 87.12%, while the female literacy rate is 86.16%.