Marayoor - Devikulam, Idukki

Marayoor is a village situated in the Devikulam taluka of Idukki district, Kerala. It is located approximately 49 km from the tehsil headquarters in Devikulam and around 100 km from the district headquarters in Painavu. Marayoor village is a designated GRAMA PANCHAYAT.

As per Census 2011, the village code of Marayoor is 628049. The village covers a total geographical area of 10807 hectares and falls under the 685614 pincode. Udumalpet is the nearest town, located about 45 km away.

Marayoor 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 Marayoor

According to the 2011 Census, Marayoor village had a total population of 12,399 people, including 6,192 males and 6,207 females, living in 3,307 households. The sex ratio was 1,002 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 76.95%, with male literacy at 82.84% and female literacy at 71.13%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 3,990, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 3,436.

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

Nearby Villages of Marayoor

Marayoor 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 Marayoor

Marayoor is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Pollachi Jn, while the nearest airport is Coimbatore International Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 62.3 km.

In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Udumalpet to Marayoor is about 45 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.3 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Painavu to Marayoor is about 100 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.9 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.

Banking and Postal Services in Marayoor

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

Health Facilities in Marayoor

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

FAQs about Marayoor