Kulayettikara - Kanayannur, Ernakulam
Kulayettikara is a village situated in the Kanayannur taluka of Ernakulam district, Kerala. It is located approximately 20 km from the tehsil headquarters in Kochi and around 20 km from the district headquarters in Kakkanad. Amballur serves as the Gram Panchayat for Kulayettikara village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Kulayettikara is 628005. The village covers a total geographical area of 671 hectares and falls under the 682317 pincode. Thrippunithura is the nearest town, located about 0.13 km away.
Kulayettikara 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 Kulayettikara
As per Census 2011, Kulayettikara village has a total population of 7,914 people, consisting of 3,878 males and 4,036 females. The village has 1,937 households and a sex ratio of 1,040 females per 1,000 males. There are 682 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 6,924 literate and 990 illiterate residents. Additionally, 1,138 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 6 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Kulayettikara are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 7,914 | 3,878 | 4,036 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 682 | 328 | 354 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 1,138 | 554 | 584 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 6 | 4 | 2 |
| Literate Population | 6,924 | 3,480 | 3,444 |
| Illiterate Population | 990 | 398 | 592 |
Nearby Villages of Kulayettikara
Kulayettikara 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Keecherry | South-West | 2.20 km |
| Amballur (ct) | North-West | 3.40 km |
| Edakkattuvayal | North | 3.42 km |
| Velloor | South-East | 3.80 km |
| Kulasekharamangalam | South-West | 5.96 km |
| Mulakulam | East | 7.64 km |
| Vadayar | South | 7.80 km |
| Perumbalam | West | 7.87 km |
| Vadakkemuri (part) | South-West | 8.01 km |
| Manakunnam (ct) | North-West | 8.37 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Kulayettikara
Kulayettikara is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Kanjiramittam, while the nearest airport is Willingdon Island Air Base, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 15.6 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | Available within 5-10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Thrippunithura to Kulayettikara is about 0.13 km, with a usual travel time of around 5-10 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Kakkanad to Kulayettikara is about 20 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 Kulayettikara
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Kulayettikara 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 Kulayettikara
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Kulayettikara village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Kulayettikara
Where is Kulayettikara located?
Kulayettikara village is located in Kanayannur Taluka, Ernakulam district, Kerala, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Kulayettikara?
The Gram Panchayat of Kulayettikara is Amballur.
What is the pincode of Kulayettikara?
The pincode of Kulayettikara is 682317.
What is the population of Kulayettikara?
Kulayettikara has a total population of 7,914, including 3,878 males and 4,036 females.
How many households are there in Kulayettikara?
There are 1,937 households in Kulayettikara.
What is the literacy rate in Kulayettikara?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Kulayettikara is 87.49%. Male literacy is 89.74% and female literacy is 85.33%.