Arakapady
Arakapady is a village located in Kunnathunad taluka of Ernakulam district in Kerala, India. It is situated 7km away from sub-district headquarter Perumbavoor (tehsildar office) and 18km away from district headquarter Kakkanad. As per 2009 stats, Vengola is the gram panchayat of Arakapady village.
Here you can discover what makes Arakapady unique in its vibrant Kunnathunad-Ernakulam region. You’ll see Arakapady’s rich profile with demographics like population, households, literacy, sex ratio, kids, castes etc., geographical details like satellite map, area, pincode, plus local governance through gram panchayat, broader constituencies, nearby villages, connectivity, and answers to common questions.
About Arakapady
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Arakapady is 627947. The village spans a total geographical area of 1758 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 683556. Perumbavoor is nearest town to Arakapady village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 7km away.
Google Map of Arakapady
Population of Arakapady
According to the 2011 Census, Arakapady has a total population of about 17,779, with approximately 8,920 males and 8,859 females. The sex ratio is around 993 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 1,845 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 2,032 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 141. The overall literacy rate is approximately 84.10%, with male literacy at about 86.37% and female literacy near 81.82%. There are around 4,213 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Arakapady's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 17,779 | 8,920 | 8,859 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 1,845 | 923 | 922 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 2,032 | 997 | 1,035 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 141 | 65 | 76 |
| Literate Population | 14,952 | 7,704 | 7,248 |
| Illiterate Population | 2,827 | 1,216 | 1,611 |
Connectivity of Arakapady
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Arakapady. As per the 2011 stats, Arakapady 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 Arakapady
Knowing the nearby villages of Arakapady helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Arakapady.
Frequently Asked Questions about Arakapady
- Where is Arakapady located?
- Arakapady village is situated in Kunnathunad Taluka, within the Ernakulam district of Kerala, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Arakapady?
- The Gram Panchayat of Arakapady is Vengola (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the pincode of Arakapady?
- The pincode of Arakapady is 683556, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Arakapady as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Arakapady is 17,779, with 8,920 males and 8,859 females.
- How many households are there in Arakapady as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Arakapady village has a total of 4,213 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Arakapady as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Arakapady is 84.10%. The male literacy rate is 86.37%, while the female literacy rate is 81.82%.