Irapuram - Kunnathunad, Ernakulam

Irapuram is a village situated in the Kunnathunad taluka of Ernakulam district, Kerala. It is located approximately 11 km from the tehsil headquarters in Perumbavoor and around 32 km from the district headquarters in Kakkanad. Mazhuvannoor serves as the GRAMA PANCHAYAT for Irapuram village.

As per Census 2011, the village code of Irapuram is 627948. The village covers a total geographical area of 2428 hectares and falls under the 683541 pincode. Perumbavoor is the nearest town, located about 11 km away.

Irapuram 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 Irapuram

According to the 2011 Census, Irapuram village had a total population of 19,137 people, including 9,573 males and 9,564 females, living in 4,770 households. The sex ratio was 999 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 95.51%, with male literacy at 97.43% and female literacy at 93.59%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 2,314, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 74.

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

Nearby Villages of Irapuram

Irapuram 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 Irapuram

Irapuram is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Chovvara, while the nearest airport is Cochin International Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 13.1 km.

In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Perumbavoor to Irapuram is about 11 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Kakkanad to Irapuram is about 32 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 Irapuram

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

Health Facilities in Irapuram

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

FAQs about Irapuram