Aikaranad South - Kunnathunad, Ernakulam

Aikaranad South is a village situated in the Kunnathunad taluka of Ernakulam district, Kerala. It is located approximately 19 km from the tehsil headquarters in Perumbavoor and around 28 km from the district headquarters in Kakkanad. Poothrikka serves as the GRAMA PANCHAYAT for Aikaranad South village.

As per Census 2011, the village code of Aikaranad South is 627954. The village covers a total geographical area of 2254 hectares and falls under the 682308 pincode. Muvattupuzha is the nearest town, located about 14 km away.

Aikaranad South village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a President serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Kunnathunad Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Chalakudy Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.

Population of Aikaranad South

According to the 2011 Census, Aikaranad South village had a total population of 21,053 people, including 10,396 males and 10,657 females, living in 5,375 households. The sex ratio was 1,025 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 95.76%, with male literacy at 97.31% and female literacy at 94.25%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 2,626, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 206.

The table below presents a detailed demographic breakdown of the village, including separate male and female figures for each population category.

Nearby Villages of Aikaranad South

Aikaranad South is surrounded by several neighbouring villages in various directions. The table below lists these nearby villages along with their approximate aerial (straight-line) distances and directions from the village:

Transport and Connectivity of Aikaranad South

Aikaranad South is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Kurikad, while the nearest airport is Willingdon Island Air Base, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 15.6 km.

In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Muvattupuzha to Aikaranad South is about 14 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Kakkanad to Aikaranad South is about 28 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 Aikaranad South

Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Aikaranad South village is detailed below:

Health Facilities in Aikaranad South

Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Aikaranad South village are given below:

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