Ezhikkara - Paravur, Ernakulam
Ezhikkara is a village situated in the Paravur taluka of Ernakulam district, Kerala. It is located approximately 5 km from the tehsil headquarters in Paravur and around 41 km from the district headquarters in Kakkanad. Ezhikkara village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Ezhikkara is 627982. The village covers a total geographical area of 1301 hectares and falls under the 683513 pincode. Paravur is the nearest town, located about 5 km away.
Ezhikkara village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Paravur Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Ernakulam Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Ezhikkara
As per Census 2011, Ezhikkara village has a total population of 10,813 people, consisting of 5,263 males and 5,550 females. The village has 2,698 households and a sex ratio of 1,054 females per 1,000 males. There are 901 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 9,465 literate and 1,348 illiterate residents. Additionally, 2,854 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 7 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Ezhikkara are given below:
| Category | 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 |
Nearby Villages of Ezhikkara
Ezhikkara 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 Ezhikkara
Ezhikkara is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services.
| 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 Paravur to Ezhikkara is about 5 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Kakkanad to Ezhikkara is about 41 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.2 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Ezhikkara
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Ezhikkara 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 Ezhikkara
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Ezhikkara village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | Yes | Available within village |
FAQs about Ezhikkara
Where is Ezhikkara located?
Ezhikkara village is located in Paravur Taluka, Ernakulam district, Kerala, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Ezhikkara?
Ezhikkara is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Ezhikkara?
The pincode of Ezhikkara is 683513.
What is the population of Ezhikkara?
Ezhikkara has a total population of 10,813, including 5,263 males and 5,550 females.
How many households are there in Ezhikkara?
There are 2,698 households in Ezhikkara.
What is the literacy rate in Ezhikkara?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Ezhikkara is 87.53%. Male literacy is 89.21% and female literacy is 85.95%.