Keerampara - Kothamangalam, Ernakulam
Keerampara is a village situated in the Kothamangalam taluka of Ernakulam district, Kerala. It is located approximately 10 km from the tehsil headquarters in Kothamangalam and around 55 km from the district headquarters in Kakkanad. Keerampara village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Keerampara is 628042. The village covers a total geographical area of 3279 hectares and falls under the 686681 pincode. Kothamangalam is the nearest town, located about 9 km away.
Keerampara village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Kothamangalam Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Idukki Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Keerampara
As per Census 2011, Keerampara village has a total population of 12,258 people, consisting of 6,016 males and 6,242 females. The village has 3,125 households and a sex ratio of 1,037 females per 1,000 males. There are 1,087 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 10,333 literate and 1,925 illiterate residents. Additionally, 1,425 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 67 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Keerampara are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 12,258 | 6,016 | 6,242 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 1,087 | 550 | 537 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 1,425 | 707 | 718 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 67 | 35 | 32 |
| Literate Population | 10,333 | 5,171 | 5,162 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,925 | 845 | 1,080 |
Nearby Villages of Keerampara
Keerampara 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 Keerampara
Keerampara 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 Kothamangalam to Keerampara is about 9 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Kakkanad to Keerampara is about 55 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.6 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Keerampara
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Keerampara 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 Keerampara
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Keerampara 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 Keerampara
Where is Keerampara located?
Keerampara village is located in Kothamangalam Taluka, Ernakulam district, Kerala, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Keerampara?
Keerampara is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Keerampara?
The pincode of Keerampara is 686681.
What is the population of Keerampara?
Keerampara has a total population of 12,258, including 6,016 males and 6,242 females.
How many households are there in Keerampara?
There are 3,125 households in Keerampara.
What is the literacy rate in Keerampara?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Keerampara is 84.30%. Male literacy is 85.95% and female literacy is 82.70%.