Kottappady
Kottappady is a village located in Kothamangalam taluka of Ernakulam district in Kerala, India. It is situated 10km away from sub-district headquarter Kothamangalam (tehsildar office) and 35km away from district headquarter Kakkanad. As per 2009 stats, Kottappady village is also a gram panchayat.
Kottappady 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 Kottappady
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Kottappady is 628039. The village spans a total geographical area of 2786 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 686695. Kothamangalam is nearest town to Kottappady village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 10km away.
When it comes to local governance, Kottappady 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 Kothamangalam Vidhan Sabha constituency for state-level representation and the Idukki Lok Sabha constituency for national parliamentary elections. The local administration is responsible for civic services and development within the village.
Google Map of Kottappady
Population of Kottappady
Below is a concise population overview of Kottappady 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 | 13,512 | 6,710 | 6,802 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 1,178 | 588 | 590 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 1,932 | 943 | 989 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 83 | 32 | 51 |
| Literate Population | 11,698 | 5,925 | 5,773 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,814 | 785 | 1,029 |
Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Kottappady village:
- The total population of Kottappady village is around 13,512, including approximately 6,710 males and 6,802 females, with a sex ratio of 1013 females per 1,000 males.
- There are about 1,178 children aged 0–6 years in Kottappady village, reflecting the young population in the village.
- Kottappady village has 1,932 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC) and 83 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
- The literacy rate of Kottappady village is about 86.57%, with male literacy at 88.30% and female literacy at 84.87%.
- There are around 3,357 households in Kottappady village.
Connectivity of Kottappady
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Kottappady. As per the 2011 stats, Kottappady 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 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Kottappady
Knowing the nearby villages of Kottappady helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Kottappady.
Frequently Asked Questions about Kottappady
- Where is Kottappady located?
- Kottappady village is situated in Kothamangalam Taluka, within the Ernakulam district of Kerala, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Kottappady?
- Kottappady serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
- What is the pincode of Kottappady?
- The pincode of Kottappady is 686695, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Kottappady as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Kottappady is 13,512, with 6,710 males and 6,802 females.
- How many households are there in Kottappady as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Kottappady village has a total of 3,357 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Kottappady as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Kottappady is 86.57%. The male literacy rate is 88.30%, while the female literacy rate is 84.87%.