Kanthalloor - Devikulam, Idukki
Kanthalloor is a village situated in the Devikulam taluka of Idukki district, Kerala. It is located approximately 58 km from the tehsil headquarters in Devikulam and around 115 km from the district headquarters in Painavu. Kanthalloor village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Kanthalloor is 628051. The village covers a total geographical area of 4842 hectares and falls under the 685620 pincode. Udumalpet is the nearest town, located about 55 km away.
Kanthalloor village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Devikulam Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Idukki Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Kanthalloor
According to the 2011 Census, Kanthalloor village had a total population of 6,758 people, including 3,339 males and 3,419 females, living in 1,778 households. The sex ratio was 1,024 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 76.88%, with male literacy at 83.21% and female literacy at 70.63%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 2,291, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 887.
The table below presents a detailed demographic breakdown of the village, including separate male and female figures for each population category.
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 6,758 | 3,339 | 3,419 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 669 | 314 | 355 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 2,291 | 1,150 | 1,141 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 887 | 434 | 453 |
| Literate Population | 4,681 | 2,517 | 2,164 |
| Illiterate Population | 2,077 | 822 | 1,255 |
Nearby Villages of Kanthalloor
Kanthalloor 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 Kanthalloor
Kanthalloor is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| 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 Udumalpet to Kanthalloor is about 55 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.6 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Painavu to Kanthalloor is about 115 km, with the usual travel time around ~3.3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Kanthalloor
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Kanthalloor 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 Kanthalloor
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Kanthalloor 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) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Kanthalloor
Where is Kanthalloor located?
Kanthalloor village is located in Devikulam Taluka, Idukki district, Kerala, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Kanthalloor?
Kanthalloor is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Kanthalloor?
The pincode of Kanthalloor is 685620.
What is the population of Kanthalloor?
Kanthalloor had a total population of 6,758, including 3,339 males and 3,419 females.
How many households are there in Kanthalloor?
Kanthalloor had 1,778 households.
What is the literacy rate in Kanthalloor?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Kanthalloor was 76.88%. Male literacy was 83.21% and female literacy was 70.63%.