Ezhikkara
Ezhikkara is a village located in Paravur taluka of Ernakulam district in Kerala, India. It is situated 5km away from sub-district headquarter Paravur (tehsildar office) and 41km away from district headquarter Kakkanad. As per 2009 stats, Ezhikkara village is also a gram panchayat.
Here you can discover what makes Ezhikkara unique in its vibrant Paravur-Ernakulam region. You’ll see Ezhikkara’s rich profile with demographics like population, households, literacy, sex ratio, kids, castes etc., geographical details like satellite map, area, pincode, plus local governance through gram panchayat, broader constituencies, nearby villages, connectivity, and answers to common questions.
About Ezhikkara
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Ezhikkara is 627982. The village spans a total geographical area of 1301 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 683513. Paravur is nearest town to Ezhikkara village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 5km away.
When it comes to local governance, Ezhikkara 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 Paravur Vidhan Sabha constituency for state-level representation and the Ernakulam Lok Sabha constituency for national parliamentary elections. The local administration is responsible for civic services and development within the village.
Google Map of Ezhikkara
Population of Ezhikkara
According to the 2011 Census, Ezhikkara has a total population of about 10,813, with approximately 5,263 males and 5,550 females. The sex ratio is around 1054 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 901 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 2,854 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 7. The overall literacy rate is approximately 87.53%, with male literacy at about 89.21% and female literacy near 85.95%. There are around 2,698 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Ezhikkara's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 10,813 | 5,263 | 5,550 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 901 | 447 | 454 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 2,854 | 1,375 | 1,479 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 7 | 4 | 3 |
| Literate Population | 9,465 | 4,695 | 4,770 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,348 | 568 | 780 |
Connectivity of Ezhikkara
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Ezhikkara. As per the 2011 stats, Ezhikkara 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 Ezhikkara
Knowing the nearby villages of Ezhikkara helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Ezhikkara.
Frequently Asked Questions about Ezhikkara
- Where is Ezhikkara located?
- Ezhikkara village is situated in Paravur Taluka, within the Ernakulam district of Kerala, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Ezhikkara?
- Ezhikkara serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
- What is the pincode of Ezhikkara?
- The pincode of Ezhikkara is 683513, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Ezhikkara as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Ezhikkara is 10,813, with 5,263 males and 5,550 females.
- How many households are there in Ezhikkara as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Ezhikkara village has a total of 2,698 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Ezhikkara as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Ezhikkara is 87.53%. The male literacy rate is 89.21%, while the female literacy rate is 85.95%.