Karimannoor - Thodupuzha, Idukki
Karimannoor is a village situated in the Thodupuzha taluka of Idukki district, Kerala. It is located approximately 10 km from the tehsil headquarters in Thodupuzha and around 45 km from the district headquarters in Painavu. Alakkode serves as the Gram Panchayat for Karimannoor village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Karimannoor is 628090. The village covers a total geographical area of 2647 hectares and falls under the 685581 pincode. Thodupuzha is the nearest town, located about 10 km away.
Karimannoor village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Thodupuzha Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Idukki Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Karimannoor
As per Census 2011, Karimannoor village has a total population of 14,836 people, consisting of 7,260 males and 7,576 females. The village has 3,524 households and a sex ratio of 1,043 females per 1,000 males. There are 1,422 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 12,858 literate and 1,978 illiterate residents. Additionally, 554 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 157 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Karimannoor are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 14,836 | 7,260 | 7,576 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 1,422 | 737 | 685 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 554 | 260 | 294 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 157 | 79 | 78 |
| Literate Population | 12,858 | 6,346 | 6,512 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,978 | 914 | 1,064 |
Nearby Villages of Karimannoor
Karimannoor 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 Karimannoor
Karimannoor 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 Karimannoor is about 10 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Painavu to Karimannoor is about 45 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Karimannoor
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Karimannoor village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Karimannoor
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Karimannoor village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Karimannoor
Where is Karimannoor located?
Karimannoor village is located in Thodupuzha Taluka, Idukki district, Kerala, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Karimannoor?
The Gram Panchayat of Karimannoor is Alakkode.
What is the pincode of Karimannoor?
The pincode of Karimannoor is 685581.
What is the population of Karimannoor?
Karimannoor has a total population of 14,836, including 7,260 males and 7,576 females.
How many households are there in Karimannoor?
There are 3,524 households in Karimannoor.
What is the literacy rate in Karimannoor?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Karimannoor is 86.67%. Male literacy is 87.41% and female literacy is 85.96%.