Memury - Muvattupuzha, Ernakulam
Memury 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 40 km from the district headquarters in Kakkanad. Pampakuda serves as the Gram Panchayat for Memury village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Memury is 628028. The village covers a total geographical area of 2294 hectares and falls under the 686667 pincode. Muvattupuzha is the nearest town, located about 10 km away.
Memury village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Piravom Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Kottayam Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Memury
As per Census 2011, Memury village has a total population of 10,049 people, consisting of 5,036 males and 5,013 females. The village has 2,560 households and a sex ratio of 995 females per 1,000 males. There are 765 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 8,885 literate and 1,164 illiterate residents. Additionally, 1,619 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 49 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Memury are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 10,049 | 5,036 | 5,013 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 765 | 385 | 380 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 1,619 | 813 | 806 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 49 | 27 | 22 |
| Literate Population | 8,885 | 4,517 | 4,368 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,164 | 519 | 645 |
Nearby Villages of Memury
Memury is surrounded by several nearby villages in its surroundings. These villages are part of the local area and are commonly connected through local routes and daily movement of people.
Transport and Connectivity of Memury
Memury is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is located within >10 km of Memury.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | Available within >10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Muvattupuzha to Memury is about 10 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Kakkanad to Memury is about 40 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 Memury
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Memury village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | Yes | Available within village |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Memury
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Memury village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
FAQs about Memury
Where is Memury located?
Memury village is located in Muvattupuzha Taluka, Ernakulam district, Kerala, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Memury?
The Gram Panchayat of Memury is Pampakuda.
What is the pincode of Memury?
The pincode of Memury is 686667.
What is the population of Memury?
Memury has a total population of 10,049, including 5,036 males and 5,013 females.
How many households are there in Memury?
There are 2,560 households in Memury.
What is the literacy rate in Memury?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Memury is 88.42%. Male literacy is 89.69% and female literacy is 87.13%.