Varappetty - Kothamangalam, Ernakulam
Varappetty is a village situated in the Kothamangalam taluka of Ernakulam district, Kerala. It is located approximately 8 km from the tehsil headquarters in Kothamangalam and around 45 km from the district headquarters in Kakkanad. Varappetty village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Varappetty is 628047. The village covers a total geographical area of 2152 hectares and falls under the 686691 pincode. Kothamangalam is the nearest town, located about 8 km away.
Varappetty 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 Varappetty
As per Census 2011, Varappetty village has a total population of 18,867 people, consisting of 9,233 males and 9,634 females. The village has 4,559 households and a sex ratio of 1,043 females per 1,000 males. There are 1,801 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 16,389 literate and 2,478 illiterate residents. Additionally, 884 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 34 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Varappetty are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 18,867 | 9,233 | 9,634 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 1,801 | 936 | 865 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 884 | 444 | 440 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 34 | 20 | 14 |
| Literate Population | 16,389 | 8,099 | 8,290 |
| Illiterate Population | 2,478 | 1,134 | 1,344 |
Nearby Villages of Varappetty
Varappetty 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 Varappetty
Varappetty 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 Varappetty is about 8 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Kakkanad to Varappetty is about 45 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Varappetty
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Varappetty village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | Yes | Available within village |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Varappetty
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Varappetty village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within <1 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | Yes | Available within village |
FAQs about Varappetty
Where is Varappetty located?
Varappetty village is located in Kothamangalam Taluka, Ernakulam district, Kerala, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Varappetty?
Varappetty is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Varappetty?
The pincode of Varappetty is 686691.
What is the population of Varappetty?
Varappetty has a total population of 18,867, including 9,233 males and 9,634 females.
How many households are there in Varappetty?
There are 4,559 households in Varappetty.
What is the literacy rate in Varappetty?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Varappetty is 86.87%. Male literacy is 87.72% and female literacy is 86.05%.