Kuzhuppilly - Kochi, Ernakulam
Kuzhuppilly is a village situated in the Kochi taluka of Ernakulam district, Kerala. It is located approximately 20 km from the tehsil headquarters in Kochi and around 40 km from the district headquarters in Kakkanad. Kuzhuppilly village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Kuzhuppilly is 627993. The village covers a total geographical area of 852 hectares and falls under the 682501 pincode. Paravur is the nearest town, located about 10 km away.
Kuzhuppilly village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Vypeen Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Ernakulam Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Kuzhuppilly
As per Census 2011, Kuzhuppilly village has a total population of 23,858 people, consisting of 11,730 males and 12,128 females. The village has 5,797 households and a sex ratio of 1,033 females per 1,000 males. There are 2,141 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 21,011 literate and 2,847 illiterate residents. Additionally, 2,254 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 75 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Kuzhuppilly are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 23,858 | 11,730 | 12,128 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 2,141 | 1,113 | 1,028 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 2,254 | 1,106 | 1,148 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 75 | 38 | 37 |
| Literate Population | 21,011 | 10,395 | 10,616 |
| Illiterate Population | 2,847 | 1,335 | 1,512 |
Nearby Villages of Kuzhuppilly
Kuzhuppilly 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 Kuzhuppilly
Kuzhuppilly is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Paravur to Kuzhuppilly is about 10 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Kakkanad to Kuzhuppilly is about 40 km, with the usual travel time around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Kuzhuppilly
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Kuzhuppilly 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 Kuzhuppilly
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Kuzhuppilly 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 >10 km |
FAQs about Kuzhuppilly
Where is Kuzhuppilly located?
Kuzhuppilly village is located in Kochi Taluka, Ernakulam district, Kerala, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Kuzhuppilly?
Kuzhuppilly is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Kuzhuppilly?
The pincode of Kuzhuppilly is 682501.
What is the population of Kuzhuppilly?
Kuzhuppilly has a total population of 23,858, including 11,730 males and 12,128 females.
How many households are there in Kuzhuppilly?
There are 5,797 households in Kuzhuppilly.
What is the literacy rate in Kuzhuppilly?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Kuzhuppilly is 88.07%. Male literacy is 88.62% and female literacy is 87.53%.