Kavalam
Kavalam is a village located in Kuttanad taluka of Alappuzha district in Kerala, India. It is situated 10km away from sub-district headquarter Mancomb (tehsildar office) and 30km away from district headquarter Alappuzha. As per 2009 stats, Neelamperoor is the gram panchayat of Kavalam village.
Kavalam 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 Kavalam
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Kavalam is 628240. The village spans a total geographical area of 2327 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 688506. Changanassery is nearest town to Kavalam village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 15km away.
Google Map of Kavalam
Population of Kavalam
Below is a concise population overview of Kavalam 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 | 13,089 | 6,433 | 6,656 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 1,359 | 688 | 671 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 1,375 | 693 | 682 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 21 | 9 | 12 |
| Literate Population | 11,463 | 5,661 | 5,802 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,626 | 772 | 854 |
Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Kavalam village:
- The total population of Kavalam village is around 13,089, including approximately 6,433 males and 6,656 females, with a sex ratio of 1034 females per 1,000 males.
- There are about 1,359 children aged 0–6 years in Kavalam village, reflecting the young population in the village.
- Kavalam village has 1,375 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC) and 21 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
- The literacy rate of Kavalam village is about 87.58%, with male literacy at 88.00% and female literacy at 87.17%.
- There are around 3,142 households in Kavalam village.
Connectivity of Kavalam
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Kavalam. As per the 2011 stats, Kavalam 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 - 10 km distance |
Nearby Villages of Kavalam
Knowing the nearby villages of Kavalam helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Kavalam.
Frequently Asked Questions about Kavalam
- Where is Kavalam located?
- Kavalam village is situated in Kuttanad Taluka, within the Alappuzha district of Kerala, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Kavalam?
- The Gram Panchayat of Kavalam is Neelamperoor (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the pincode of Kavalam?
- The pincode of Kavalam is 688506, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Kavalam as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Kavalam is 13,089, with 6,433 males and 6,656 females.
- How many households are there in Kavalam as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Kavalam village has a total of 3,142 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Kavalam as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Kavalam is 87.58%. The male literacy rate is 88.00%, while the female literacy rate is 87.17%.