Manjumala - Peerumade, Idukki
Manjumala is a village situated in the Peerumade taluka of Idukki district, Kerala. It is located approximately 20 km from the tehsil headquarters in Peermade and around 70 km from the district headquarters in Painavu. Peerumedu serves as the Gram Panchayat for Manjumala village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Manjumala is 628108. The village covers a total geographical area of 9654 hectares and falls under the 685533 pincode. Kambum is the nearest town, located about 36 km away.
Manjumala village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Manjumala
As per Census 2011, Manjumala village has a total population of 20,503 people, consisting of 10,200 males and 10,303 females. The village has 5,126 households and a sex ratio of 1,010 females per 1,000 males. There are 1,973 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 15,523 literate and 4,980 illiterate residents. Additionally, 8,310 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 327 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Manjumala are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 20,503 | 10,200 | 10,303 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 1,973 | 1,003 | 970 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 8,310 | 4,104 | 4,206 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 327 | 172 | 155 |
| Literate Population | 15,523 | 8,387 | 7,136 |
| Illiterate Population | 4,980 | 1,813 | 3,167 |
Nearby Villages of Manjumala
Manjumala 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 Manjumala
Manjumala 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 Kambum to Manjumala is about 36 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Painavu to Manjumala is about 70 km, with the usual travel time around ~2 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Manjumala
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Manjumala village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Manjumala
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Manjumala village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Manjumala
Where is Manjumala located?
Manjumala village is located in Peerumade Taluka, Idukki district, Kerala, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Manjumala?
The Gram Panchayat of Manjumala is Peerumedu.
What is the pincode of Manjumala?
The pincode of Manjumala is 685533.
What is the population of Manjumala?
Manjumala has a total population of 20,503, including 10,200 males and 10,303 females.
How many households are there in Manjumala?
There are 5,126 households in Manjumala.
What is the literacy rate in Manjumala?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Manjumala is 75.71%. Male literacy is 82.23% and female literacy is 69.26%.