Mannamkandam - Devikulam, Idukki

Mannamkandam is a village situated in the Devikulam taluka of Idukki district, Kerala. It is located approximately 36 km from the tehsil headquarters in Devikulam and around 40 km from the district headquarters in Painavu. Adimaly serves as the GRAMA PANCHAYAT for Mannamkandam village.

As per Census 2011, the village code of Mannamkandam is 628056. The village covers a total geographical area of 34088 hectares and falls under the 685561 pincode. Ernakulam is the nearest town, located about 100 km away.

Mannamkandam village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a President 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 Mannamkandam

According to the 2011 Census, Mannamkandam village had a total population of 40,593 people, including 20,270 males and 20,323 females, living in 10,368 households. The sex ratio was 1,003 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 88.40%, with male literacy at 91.44% and female literacy at 85.40%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 3,158, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 6,655.

The table below presents a detailed demographic breakdown of the village, including separate male and female figures for each population category.

Nearby Villages of Mannamkandam

Mannamkandam is surrounded by several neighbouring villages in various directions. The table below lists these nearby villages along with their approximate aerial (straight-line) distances and directions from the village:

Transport and Connectivity of Mannamkandam

Mannamkandam is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Piravam Road, while the nearest airport is Cochin International Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 42.0 km.

In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Ernakulam to Mannamkandam is about 100 km, with a usual travel time of around ~2.9 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Painavu to Mannamkandam 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 Mannamkandam

Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Mannamkandam village is detailed below:

Health Facilities in Mannamkandam

Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Mannamkandam village are given below:

FAQs about Mannamkandam