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.
Here you can discover what makes Kavalam unique in its vibrant Kuttanad-Alappuzha region. You’ll see Kavalam’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 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
According to the 2011 Census, Kavalam has a total population of about 13,089, with approximately 6,433 males and 6,656 females. The sex ratio is around 1034 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 1,359 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 1,375 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 21. The overall literacy rate is approximately 87.58%, with male literacy at about 88.00% and female literacy near 87.17%. There are around 3,142 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Kavalam's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| 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 |
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%.