Vellathuval - Devikulam, Idukki
Vellathuval is a village situated in the Devikulam taluka of Idukki district, Kerala. It is located approximately 27 km from the tehsil headquarters in Devikulam and around 51 km from the district headquarters in Painavu. Vellathooval serves as the Gram Panchayat for Vellathuval village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Vellathuval is 628060. The village covers a total geographical area of 4812 hectares and falls under the 685562 pincode. Kothamangalam is the nearest town, located about 64 km away.
Vellathuval 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 Vellathuval
As per Census 2011, Vellathuval village has a total population of 14,509 people, consisting of 7,217 males and 7,292 females. The village has 3,622 households and a sex ratio of 1,010 females per 1,000 males. There are 1,409 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 12,449 literate and 2,060 illiterate residents. Additionally, 865 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 86 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Vellathuval are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 14,509 | 7,217 | 7,292 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 1,409 | 688 | 721 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 865 | 428 | 437 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 86 | 44 | 42 |
| Literate Population | 12,449 | 6,334 | 6,115 |
| Illiterate Population | 2,060 | 883 | 1,177 |
Nearby Villages of Vellathuval
Vellathuval 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 Vellathuval
Vellathuval 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 Kothamangalam to Vellathuval is about 64 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.8 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Painavu to Vellathuval is about 51 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.5 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Vellathuval
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Vellathuval 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 Vellathuval
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Vellathuval 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 Vellathuval
Where is Vellathuval located?
Vellathuval village is located in Devikulam Taluka, Idukki district, Kerala, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Vellathuval?
The Gram Panchayat of Vellathuval is Vellathooval.
What is the pincode of Vellathuval?
The pincode of Vellathuval is 685562.
What is the population of Vellathuval?
Vellathuval has a total population of 14,509, including 7,217 males and 7,292 females.
How many households are there in Vellathuval?
There are 3,622 households in Vellathuval.
What is the literacy rate in Vellathuval?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Vellathuval is 85.80%. Male literacy is 87.76% and female literacy is 83.86%.