Elappara
Elappara is a village located in Peerumade taluka of Idukki district in Kerala, India. It is situated 15km away from sub-district headquarter Peermade (tehsildar office) and 80km away from district headquarter Painavu. As per 2009 stats, Upputhara is the gram panchayat of Elappara village.
Elappara has its own place in the vibrant Idukki region. In the following sections, you’ll find details about population, literacy, households, children, caste data, area, pincode, local governance, nearby villages, connectivity, and more.
About Elappara
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Elappara is 628105. The village spans a total geographical area of 8848 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 685501. Kottayam is nearest town to Elappara village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 85km away.
When it comes to local governance, Elappara village is administered by a Sarpanch, the elected head of the village, in accordance with the Constitution of India and the Panchayati Raj Act. The village falls under the Peerumade Vidhan Sabha constituency for state-level representation and the Idukki Lok Sabha constituency for national parliamentary elections. The local administration is responsible for civic services and development within the village.
Google Map of Elappara
Population of Elappara
Below is a concise population overview of Elappara as per the Census 2011 data. The table highlights the key population metrics categorized by gender and social groups.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 18,714 | 9,284 | 9,430 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 1,651 | 815 | 836 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 3,562 | 1,801 | 1,761 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 52 | 26 | 26 |
| Literate Population | 15,295 | 7,950 | 7,345 |
| Illiterate Population | 3,419 | 1,334 | 2,085 |
Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Elappara village:
- The total population of Elappara village is around 18,714, including approximately 9,284 males and 9,430 females, with a sex ratio of 1015 females per 1,000 males.
- There are about 1,651 children aged 0–6 years in Elappara village, reflecting the young population in the village.
- Elappara village has 3,562 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC) and 52 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
- The literacy rate of Elappara village is about 81.73%, with male literacy at 85.63% and female literacy at 77.89%.
- There are around 4,754 households in Elappara village.
Connectivity of Elappara
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Elappara. As per the 2011 stats, Elappara had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Available within village |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Elappara
Knowing the nearby villages of Elappara helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Elappara.
Frequently Asked Questions about Elappara
- Where is Elappara located?
- Elappara village is situated in Peerumade Taluka, within the Idukki district of Kerala, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Elappara?
- The Gram Panchayat of Elappara is Upputhara (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the pincode of Elappara?
- The pincode of Elappara is 685501, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Elappara as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Elappara is 18,714, with 9,284 males and 9,430 females.
- How many households are there in Elappara as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Elappara village has a total of 4,754 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Elappara as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Elappara is 81.73%. The male literacy rate is 85.63%, while the female literacy rate is 77.89%.