Palakkuzha
Palakkuzha is a village located in Muvattupuzha taluka of Ernakulam district in Kerala, India. It is situated 18km away from sub-district headquarter Muvattupuzha (tehsildar office) and 40km away from district headquarter Kakkanad. As per 2009 stats, Palakuzha is the gram panchayat of Palakkuzha village.
Palakkuzha has its own place in the vibrant Ernakulam region. In the following sections, you’ll find details about population, literacy, households, children, caste data, area, pincode, local governance, nearby villages, connectivity, and more.
About Palakkuzha
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Palakkuzha is 628034. The village spans a total geographical area of 2265 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 686662. Muvattupuzha is nearest town to Palakkuzha village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 18km away.
When it comes to local governance, Palakkuzha village is administered by a Sarpanch, the elected head of the village, in accordance with the Constitution of India and the Panchayati Raj Act. The village falls under the Muvattupuzha Vidhan Sabha constituency for state-level representation and the Idukki Lok Sabha constituency for national parliamentary elections. The local administration is responsible for civic services and development within the village.
Google Map of Palakkuzha
Population of Palakkuzha
Below is a concise population overview of Palakkuzha as per the Census 2011 data. The table highlights the key population metrics categorized by gender and social groups.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 13,412 | 6,584 | 6,828 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 1,014 | 503 | 511 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 802 | 418 | 384 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 39 | 18 | 21 |
| Literate Population | 11,933 | 5,943 | 5,990 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,479 | 641 | 838 |
Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Palakkuzha village:
- The total population of Palakkuzha village is around 13,412, including approximately 6,584 males and 6,828 females, with a sex ratio of 1037 females per 1,000 males.
- There are about 1,014 children aged 0–6 years in Palakkuzha village, reflecting the young population in the village.
- Palakkuzha village has 802 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC) and 39 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
- The literacy rate of Palakkuzha village is about 88.97%, with male literacy at 90.26% and female literacy at 87.73%.
- There are around 3,401 households in Palakkuzha village.
Connectivity of Palakkuzha
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Palakkuzha. As per the 2011 stats, Palakkuzha 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 Palakkuzha
Knowing the nearby villages of Palakkuzha helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Palakkuzha.
Frequently Asked Questions about Palakkuzha
- Where is Palakkuzha located?
- Palakkuzha village is situated in Muvattupuzha Taluka, within the Ernakulam district of Kerala, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Palakkuzha?
- The Gram Panchayat of Palakkuzha is Palakuzha (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the pincode of Palakkuzha?
- The pincode of Palakkuzha is 686662, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Palakkuzha as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Palakkuzha is 13,412, with 6,584 males and 6,828 females.
- How many households are there in Palakkuzha as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Palakkuzha village has a total of 3,401 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Palakkuzha as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Palakkuzha is 88.97%. The male literacy rate is 90.26%, while the female literacy rate is 87.73%.