Thodupuzha
Thodupuzha is a Town and Taluka in Idukki District of Kerala. In India, a taluka is a sub-division of a district that is responsible for the administration and revenue collection of a particular area within the district. It is an important part of the local governance structure, and plays a crucial role in the development and administration of its local community.
According to Census 2011, the sub-district code of Thodupuzha Block (CD) is 05666. The total area of Thodupuzha Taluka is 885 km², which includes 849.50 km² of rural area and 35.43 km² of urban area. Thodupuzha has a sex ratio of approximately 1012 females per 1,000 males.
List of Villages in Thodupuzha Taluka
Thodupuzha Taluka has a total of 19 villages, each with its own identity, gram panchayat, and local lifestyle. These villages form the real backbone of the region, where everyday life is rooted in agriculture, tradition, and community ties. The list below shows all villages in Thodupuzha Taluka, along with their respective gram panchayat and nearest town.
| # | Village Name | Gram Panchayat | Nearest Town |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Alacode | Alakkode | Thodupuzha (8 km) |
| 2 | Arakkulam | Arakulam | Thodupuzha (19 km) |
| 3 | Elappally | Arakulam | Thodupuzha (28 km) |
| 4 | Idukki | Vazhathope | Thodupuzha (60 km) |
| 5 | Kanjikuzhi | Idukki Kanjikuzhy | Kottayam (60 km) |
| 6 | Karikkode | Edavetty | Thodupuzha (5 km) |
| 7 | Karimannoor | Alakkode | Thodupuzha (10 km) |
| 8 | Karimkunnam | Karimkunnam | Thodupuzha (7 km) |
| 9 | Kodikulam | Kodikulam | Thodupuzha (12 km) |
| 10 | Kudayathoor | Kudayathoor | Thodupuzha (14 km) |
| 11 | Kumaramangalam | Kumaramangalam | Thodupuzha (6 km) |
| 12 | Manakkad | Manakkad | Thodupuzha (3 km) |
| 13 | Muttom | Muttom | Thodupuzha (10 km) |
| 14 | Neyyasseri | Karimannoor | Thodupuzha (14 km) |
| 15 | Purapuzha | Purapuzha | Thodupuzha (10 km) |
| 16 | Thodupuzha | Karimkunnam | Thodupuzha (5 km) |
| 17 | Udumbannoor | Udumbanoor | Thodupuzha (17 km) |
| 18 | Vannapuram | Vannapuram | Thodupuzha (18 km) |
| 19 | Velliyamattom | Velliyamattom | Thodupuzha (15 km) |
Population of Thodupuzha Taluka
The population profile of Thodupuzha Taluka offers a deeper understanding of how people are settled across its rural and urban parts. The following sections provide key insights into total population, household distribution, literacy, and age demographics — data that plays a vital role in planning development work and allocating public resources effectively.
Basic Population Details
This section offers a snapshot of Thodupuzha Taluka's population composition, including male-female ratio, child population, and how literacy levels vary between villages and towns.
| Particulars | Total | Rural | Urban |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 3,25,951 | 2,73,906 | 52,045 |
| Male Population | 1,61,998 | 1,36,435 | 25,563 |
| Female Population | 1,63,953 | 1,37,471 | 26,482 |
| Child Population (Age 0–6) | 30,251 | 25,069 | 5,182 |
| Male Child Population (Age 0–6) | 15,263 | 12,638 | 2,625 |
| Female Child Population (Age 0–6) | 14,988 | 12,431 | 2,557 |
| Literate Population | 2,82,573 | 2,37,774 | 44,799 |
| Literate Male Population | 1,42,051 | 1,19,812 | 22,239 |
| Literate Female Population | 1,40,522 | 1,17,962 | 22,560 |
| Illiterate Population | 43,378 | 36,132 | 7,246 |
| Illiterate Male Population | 19,947 | 16,623 | 3,324 |
| Illiterate Female Population | 23,431 | 19,509 | 3,922 |
| Total Households | 80,784 | 68,180 | 12,604 |
Here’s a simplified summary based on Census 2011 stats:
- Total population of Thodupuzha Taluka is around 3,25,951 people. This includes 1,61,998 males and 1,63,953 females. Rural population is about 2,73,906 (1,36,435 males and 1,37,471 females), while urban population is nearly 52,045 (25,563 males and 26,482 females).
- Children aged 0–6 years make up about 30,251 of the population, with 15,263 boys and 14,988 girls. Rural areas have 25,069 children, and urban areas have about 5,182 children in this age group.
- There are approximately 2,82,573 literate people in Thodupuzha Taluka, including 1,42,051 literate males and 1,40,522 literate females. Literacy in rural areas includes 2,37,774 individuals and urban literacy covers around 44,799 people.
- About 43,378 people in Thodupuzha Taluka are not literate, including 19,947 males and 23,431 females. Rural areas include 36,132 non-literate people, while urban areas have nearly 7,246 individuals.
- The tehsil has around 80,784 households, with 68,180 in villages and 12,604 in towns.
Social Structure and Density
This section offers a snapshot of social structure in Thodupuzha Taluka, highlighting the SC and ST population across rural and urban areas, as well as how densely people live in different parts of the region.
| Particulars | Total | Rural | Urban |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total SC Population | 18,256 | 16,110 | 2,146 |
| SC Male Population | 9,038 | 7,993 | 1,045 |
| SC Female Population | 9,218 | 8,117 | 1,101 |
| Total ST Population | 21,161 | 20,589 | 572 |
| ST Male Population | 10,600 | 10,340 | 260 |
| ST Female Population | 10,561 | 10,249 | 312 |
| Population Density | 368 / km² | 322 / km² | 1,469 / km² |
Here’s a simplified summary based on Census 2011 stats:
- Scheduled Caste (SC) population in Thodupuzha Taluka is approximately 18,256 people, including 9,038 males and 9,218 females. Around 16,110 people live in rural parts. Nearly 2,146 people reside in urban areas.
- Scheduled Tribe (ST) population in Thodupuzha Taluka is about 21,161 people, including 10,600 males and 10,561 females. Around 20,589 live in villages or rural parts. Nearly 572 live in towns or urban regions.
- In terms of density, overall population density is around 368 people per square kilometre, rural areas have about 322 people per sq. km, urban areas record nearly 1,469 people per sq. km.