Elappally - Thodupuzha, Idukki
Elappally is a village situated in the Thodupuzha taluka of Idukki district, Kerala. It is located approximately 27 km from the tehsil headquarters in Thodupuzha and around 68 km from the district headquarters in Painavu. Arakulam serves as the Gram Panchayat for Elappally village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Elappally is 628102. The village covers a total geographical area of 2687 hectares and falls under the 685589 pincode. Thodupuzha is the nearest town, located about 28 km away.
Elappally village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Idukki Assembly and Parliamentary constituency.
Population of Elappally
As per Census 2011, Elappally village has a total population of 4,320 people, consisting of 2,186 males and 2,134 females. The village has 1,148 households and a sex ratio of 976 females per 1,000 males. There are 348 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 3,834 literate and 486 illiterate residents. Additionally, 309 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 1,430 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Elappally are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 4,320 | 2,186 | 2,134 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 348 | 180 | 168 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 309 | 150 | 159 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1,430 | 740 | 690 |
| Literate Population | 3,834 | 1,953 | 1,881 |
| Illiterate Population | 486 | 233 | 253 |
Nearby Villages of Elappally
Elappally 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 Elappally
Elappally 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 Thodupuzha to Elappally is about 28 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Painavu to Elappally is about 68 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.9 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Elappally
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Elappally village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Elappally
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Elappally village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Elappally
Where is Elappally located?
Elappally village is located in Thodupuzha Taluka, Idukki district, Kerala, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Elappally?
The Gram Panchayat of Elappally is Arakulam.
What is the pincode of Elappally?
The pincode of Elappally is 685589.
What is the population of Elappally?
Elappally has a total population of 4,320, including 2,186 males and 2,134 females.
How many households are there in Elappally?
There are 1,148 households in Elappally.
What is the literacy rate in Elappally?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Elappally is 88.75%. Male literacy is 89.34% and female literacy is 88.14%.