Kodikulam - Thodupuzha, Idukki

Kodikulam is a village situated in the Thodupuzha taluka of Idukki district, Kerala. It is located approximately 12 km from the tehsil headquarters in Thodupuzha and around 73 km from the district headquarters in Painavu. Kodikulam village is a designated GRAMA PANCHAYAT.

As per Census 2011, the village code of Kodikulam is 628085. The village covers a total geographical area of 2953 hectares and falls under the 685582 pincode. Thodupuzha is the nearest town, located about 12 km away.

Kodikulam village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a President 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 Kodikulam

According to the 2011 Census, Kodikulam village had a total population of 12,741 people, including 6,311 males and 6,430 females, living in 3,192 households. The sex ratio was 1,019 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 95.51%, with male literacy at 96.44% and female literacy at 94.58%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 585, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 27.

The table below presents a detailed demographic breakdown of the village, including separate male and female figures for each population category.

Nearby Villages of Kodikulam

Kodikulam is surrounded by several neighbouring villages in various directions. The table below lists these nearby villages along with their approximate aerial (straight-line) distances and directions from the village:

Transport and Connectivity of Kodikulam

Kodikulam is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Piravam Road, while the nearest airport is Cochin International Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 33.6 km.

In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Thodupuzha to Kodikulam is about 12 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Painavu to Kodikulam is about 73 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.1 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.

Banking and Postal Services in Kodikulam

Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Kodikulam village is detailed below:

Health Facilities in Kodikulam

Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Kodikulam village are given below:

FAQs about Kodikulam