Manjalloor - Muvattupuzha, Ernakulam
Manjalloor 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 45 km from the district headquarters in Kakkanad. Kalloorkkad serves as the Gram Panchayat for Manjalloor village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Manjalloor is 628024. The village covers a total geographical area of 2304 hectares and falls under the 686670 pincode. Thodupuzha is the nearest town, located about 6 km away.
Manjalloor village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Manjalloor
As per Census 2011, Manjalloor village has a total population of 17,145 people, consisting of 8,448 males and 8,697 females. The village has 4,149 households and a sex ratio of 1,029 females per 1,000 males. There are 1,471 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 15,176 literate and 1,969 illiterate residents. Additionally, 1,349 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 75 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Manjalloor are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 17,145 | 8,448 | 8,697 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 1,471 | 748 | 723 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 1,349 | 676 | 673 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 75 | 33 | 42 |
| Literate Population | 15,176 | 7,517 | 7,659 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,969 | 931 | 1,038 |
Nearby Villages of Manjalloor
Manjalloor 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Manakkad (part) | South | 3.92 km |
| Kumaramangalam (part) | East | 5.91 km |
| Thodupuzha (part) | South-East | 7.01 km |
| Arakuzha | West | 7.13 km |
| Purapuzha | South | 8.15 km |
| Marady (part) | West | 10.41 km |
| Kodikulam | East | 10.76 km |
| Velloorkunnam (ct) | North-West | 12.38 km |
| Koothattukulam | South-West | 12.40 km |
| Thirumarady | West | 12.82 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Manjalloor
Manjalloor is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Piravam Road, while the nearest airport is Cochin International Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 28.2 km.
| 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 Thodupuzha to Manjalloor is about 6 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Kakkanad to Manjalloor 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 Manjalloor
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Manjalloor village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Manjalloor
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Manjalloor village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Manjalloor
Where is Manjalloor located?
Manjalloor village is located in Muvattupuzha Taluka, Ernakulam district, Kerala, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Manjalloor?
The Gram Panchayat of Manjalloor is Kalloorkkad.
What is the pincode of Manjalloor?
The pincode of Manjalloor is 686670.
What is the population of Manjalloor?
Manjalloor has a total population of 17,145, including 8,448 males and 8,697 females.
How many households are there in Manjalloor?
There are 4,149 households in Manjalloor.
What is the literacy rate in Manjalloor?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Manjalloor is 88.52%. Male literacy is 88.98% and female literacy is 88.06%.