Koothattukulam - Muvattupuzha, Ernakulam
Koothattukulam is a village situated in the Muvattupuzha taluka of Ernakulam district, Kerala. It is located approximately 10 km from the tehsil headquarters in Muvattupuzha and around 42 km from the district headquarters in Kakkanad.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Koothattukulam is 628035. The village covers a total geographical area of 2313 hectares and falls under the 686662 pincode. Muvattupuzha is the nearest town, located about 20 km away.
Koothattukulam is administered under an Urban Local Body.
Population of Koothattukulam
As per Census 2011, Koothattukulam village has a total population of 17,253 people, consisting of 8,384 males and 8,869 females. The village has 4,470 households and a sex ratio of 1,057 females per 1,000 males. There are 1,310 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 15,366 literate and 1,887 illiterate residents. Additionally, 1,029 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 130 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Koothattukulam are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 17,253 | 8,384 | 8,869 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 1,310 | 661 | 649 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 1,029 | 505 | 524 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 130 | 58 | 72 |
| Literate Population | 15,366 | 7,537 | 7,829 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,887 | 847 | 1,040 |
Nearby Villages of Koothattukulam
Koothattukulam 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:
| Nearby Village | Direction | Approx. Distance (Aerial) |
|---|---|---|
| Elanji | South-West | 4.57 km |
| Thirumarady | North-West | 4.80 km |
| Monippally | South | 7.12 km |
| Arakuzha | North | 7.52 km |
| Purapuzha | East | 8.11 km |
| Uzhavoor | South-East | 8.45 km |
| Manakkad (part) | North-East | 9.88 km |
| Ramapuram | South-East | 9.99 km |
| Marady (part) | North | 10.31 km |
| Mulakulam | South-West | 10.48 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Koothattukulam
The nearest railway station is Piravam Road, while the nearest airport is Willingdon Island Air Base, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 26.4 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Muvattupuzha to Koothattukulam is about 20 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Kakkanad to Koothattukulam is about 42 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.2 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
FAQs about Koothattukulam
Where is Koothattukulam located?
Koothattukulam village is located in Muvattupuzha Taluka, Ernakulam district, Kerala, India.
What is the pincode of Koothattukulam?
The pincode of Koothattukulam is 686662.
What is the population of Koothattukulam?
Koothattukulam has a total population of 17,253, including 8,384 males and 8,869 females.
How many households are there in Koothattukulam?
There are 4,470 households in Koothattukulam.
What is the literacy rate in Koothattukulam?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Koothattukulam is 89.06%. Male literacy is 89.90% and female literacy is 88.27%.