Chellanam
Chellanam is a village located in Kochi taluka of Ernakulam district in Kerala, India. It is situated 20km away from sub-district headquarter Kochi (tehsildar office) and 40km away from district headquarter Kakkanad. As per 2009 stats, Chellanam village is also a gram panchayat.
Chellanam has its own place in the vibrant Ernakulam 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 Chellanam
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Chellanam is 627997. The village spans a total geographical area of 812 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 682008. Kochi is nearest town to Chellanam village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 25km away.
When it comes to local governance, Chellanam village is administered by a Sarpanch, the elected head of the village, in accordance with the Constitution of India and the Panchayati Raj Act. The village falls under the Kochi Vidhan Sabha constituency for state-level representation and the Ernakulam Lok Sabha constituency for national parliamentary elections. The local administration is responsible for civic services and development within the village.
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Population of Chellanam
Below is a concise population overview of Chellanam 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 | 14,928 | 7,434 | 7,494 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 1,572 | 858 | 714 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 1,018 | 498 | 520 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 32 | 16 | 16 |
| Literate Population | 12,557 | 6,242 | 6,315 |
| Illiterate Population | 2,371 | 1,192 | 1,179 |
Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Chellanam village:
- The total population of Chellanam village is around 14,928, including approximately 7,434 males and 7,494 females, with a sex ratio of 1008 females per 1,000 males.
- There are about 1,572 children aged 0–6 years in Chellanam village, reflecting the young population in the village.
- Chellanam village has 1,018 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC) and 32 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
- The literacy rate of Chellanam village is about 84.12%, with male literacy at 83.97% and female literacy at 84.27%.
- There are around 3,446 households in Chellanam village.
Connectivity of Chellanam
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Chellanam. As per the 2011 stats, Chellanam 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 Chellanam
Knowing the nearby villages of Chellanam helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Chellanam.
Frequently Asked Questions about Chellanam
- Where is Chellanam located?
- Chellanam village is situated in Kochi Taluka, within the Ernakulam district of Kerala, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Chellanam?
- Chellanam serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
- What is the pincode of Chellanam?
- The pincode of Chellanam is 682008, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Chellanam as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Chellanam is 14,928, with 7,434 males and 7,494 females.
- How many households are there in Chellanam as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Chellanam village has a total of 3,446 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Chellanam as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Chellanam is 84.12%. The male literacy rate is 83.97%, while the female literacy rate is 84.27%.