Pothanikkad
About Pothanikkad
According to Census 2011 information the location code or village code of Pothanikkad village is 628046. Pothanikkad village is located in Kothamangalam taluka of Ernakulam district in Kerala, India. It is situated 12km away from sub-district headquarter Kothamangalam (tehsildar office) and 47km away from district headquarter Kakkanad. As per 2009 stats, Pothanikkad village is also a gram panchayat.
The total geographical area of village is 2434 hectares. Pothanikkad has a total population of 19,309 peoples, out of which male population is 9,620 while female population is 9,689. This results in a sex ratio of approximately 1007 females for every 1,000 males. Literacy rate of pothanikkad village is 84.58% out of which 86.51% males and 82.67% females are literate. There are about 4,587 houses in pothanikkad village. Pincode of pothanikkad village locality is 686671.
When it comes to administration, Pothanikkad village is governed by a Sarpanch, who is an elected representative (Head of Village) chosen through local elections, as per the Constitution of India and the Panchayati Raj Act. As per 2019 stats, Pothanikkad village comes under Muvattupuzha Vidhan Sabha constituency & Idukki Lok Sabha constituency. Kothamangalam is nearest town to pothanikkad village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 10km away.
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Population of Pothanikkad
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 19,309 | 9,620 | 9,689 |
| Literate Population | 16,332 | 8,322 | 8,010 |
| Illiterate Population | 2,977 | 1,298 | 1,679 |
Connectivity of Pothanikkad
| 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 Pothanikkad
Frequently Asked Questions about Pothanikkad
Where is Pothanikkad located?
Pothanikkad village is situated in Kothamangalam Taluka, within the Ernakulam district of Kerala, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Pothanikkad?
Pothanikkad serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
What is the pincode of Pothanikkad?
The pincode of Pothanikkad is 686671, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
What is the population of Pothanikkad as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Pothanikkad is 19,309, with 9,620 males and 9,689 females.
How many households are there in Pothanikkad as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Pothanikkad village has a total of 4,587 households.
What is the literacy rate in Pothanikkad as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Pothanikkad is 84.58%. The male literacy rate is 86.51%, while the female literacy rate is 82.67%.