Kaippattur - Kanayannur, Ernakulam
Kaippattur is a village situated in the Kanayannur taluka of Ernakulam district, Kerala. It is located approximately 12 km from the tehsil headquarters in Kochi and around 16 km from the district headquarters in Kakkanad. Edakkattuvayal serves as the Gram Panchayat for Kaippattur village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Kaippattur is 628004. The village covers a total geographical area of 820 hectares and falls under the 682313 pincode. Piravom is the nearest town, located about 10 km away.
Kaippattur village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Piravom Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Kottayam Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Kaippattur
As per Census 2011, Kaippattur village has a total population of 6,246 people, consisting of 3,051 males and 3,195 females. The village has 1,579 households and a sex ratio of 1,047 females per 1,000 males. There are 475 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 5,496 literate and 750 illiterate residents. Additionally, 952 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 2 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Kaippattur are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 6,246 | 3,051 | 3,195 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 475 | 253 | 222 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 952 | 459 | 493 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 2 | 1 | 1 |
| Literate Population | 5,496 | 2,729 | 2,767 |
| Illiterate Population | 750 | 322 | 428 |
Nearby Villages of Kaippattur
Kaippattur is surrounded by several nearby villages in its surroundings. These villages are part of the local area and are commonly connected through local routes and daily movement of people.
Transport and Connectivity of Kaippattur
Kaippattur is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is located within 2-5 km of Kaippattur.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | Available within 2-5 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Piravom to Kaippattur is about 10 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Kakkanad to Kaippattur is about 16 km, with the usual travel time around 30-60 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Kaippattur
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Kaippattur 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 Kaippattur
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Kaippattur 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 2-5 km |
FAQs about Kaippattur
Where is Kaippattur located?
Kaippattur village is located in Kanayannur Taluka, Ernakulam district, Kerala, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Kaippattur?
The Gram Panchayat of Kaippattur is Edakkattuvayal.
What is the pincode of Kaippattur?
The pincode of Kaippattur is 682313.
What is the population of Kaippattur?
Kaippattur has a total population of 6,246, including 3,051 males and 3,195 females.
How many households are there in Kaippattur?
There are 1,579 households in Kaippattur.
What is the literacy rate in Kaippattur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Kaippattur is 87.99%. Male literacy is 89.45% and female literacy is 86.60%.