Edavanakkad
Edavanakkad is a village located in Kochi taluka of Ernakulam district in Kerala, India. It is situated 15km away from sub-district headquarter Kochi (tehsildar office) and 30km away from district headquarter Kakkanad. As per 2009 stats, Edavanakkad village is also a gram panchayat.
Here you can discover what makes Edavanakkad unique in its vibrant Kochi-Ernakulam region. You’ll see Edavanakkad’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 Edavanakkad
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Edavanakkad is 627995. The village spans a total geographical area of 1124 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 682502. Kochi is nearest town to Edavanakkad village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 19km away.
When it comes to local governance, Edavanakkad 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 Vypeen 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.
Google Map of Edavanakkad
Population of Edavanakkad
According to the 2011 Census, Edavanakkad has a total population of about 21,787, with approximately 10,471 males and 11,316 females. The sex ratio is around 1080 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 2,111 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 3,922 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 27. The overall literacy rate is approximately 85.81%, with male literacy at about 86.95% and female literacy near 84.75%. There are around 5,293 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Edavanakkad's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
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Total Population | 21,787 | 10,471 | 11,316 |
Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 2,111 | 1,080 | 1,031 |
Scheduled Castes (SC) | 3,922 | 1,895 | 2,027 |
Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 27 | 13 | 14 |
Literate Population | 18,695 | 9,105 | 9,590 |
Illiterate Population | 3,092 | 1,366 | 1,726 |
Connectivity of Edavanakkad
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Edavanakkad. As per the 2011 stats, Edavanakkad had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
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Public Bus Service | Available within village |
Private Bus Service | Available within village |
Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Edavanakkad
Knowing the nearby villages of Edavanakkad helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Edavanakkad.
Frequently Asked Questions about Edavanakkad
- Where is Edavanakkad located?
- Edavanakkad village is situated in Kochi Taluka, within the Ernakulam district of Kerala, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Edavanakkad?
- Edavanakkad serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
- What is the pincode of Edavanakkad?
- The pincode of Edavanakkad is 682502, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Edavanakkad as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Edavanakkad is 21,787, with 10,471 males and 11,316 females.
- How many households are there in Edavanakkad as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Edavanakkad village has a total of 5,293 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Edavanakkad as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Edavanakkad is 85.81%. The male literacy rate is 86.95%, while the female literacy rate is 84.75%.