Velliyamattom - Thodupuzha, Idukki
Velliyamattom is a village situated in the Thodupuzha taluka of Idukki district, Kerala. It is located approximately 18 km from the tehsil headquarters in Thodupuzha and around 45 km from the district headquarters in Painavu. Kudayathoor serves as the Gram Panchayat for Velliyamattom village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Velliyamattom is 628098. The village covers a total geographical area of 2835 hectares and falls under the 685588 pincode. Thodupuzha is the nearest town, located about 15 km away.
Velliyamattom 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 Velliyamattom
As per Census 2011, Velliyamattom village has a total population of 19,366 people, consisting of 9,695 males and 9,671 females. The village has 4,828 households and a sex ratio of 997 females per 1,000 males. There are 1,760 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 16,670 literate and 2,696 illiterate residents. Additionally, 1,189 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 4,504 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Velliyamattom are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 19,366 | 9,695 | 9,671 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 1,760 | 924 | 836 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 1,189 | 597 | 592 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 4,504 | 2,313 | 2,191 |
| Literate Population | 16,670 | 8,442 | 8,228 |
| Illiterate Population | 2,696 | 1,253 | 1,443 |
Nearby Villages of Velliyamattom
Velliyamattom 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 Velliyamattom
Velliyamattom 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 Velliyamattom is about 15 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Painavu to Velliyamattom 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 Velliyamattom
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Velliyamattom village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 1-2 km |
Health Facilities in Velliyamattom
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Velliyamattom 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 Velliyamattom
Where is Velliyamattom located?
Velliyamattom village is located in Thodupuzha Taluka, Idukki district, Kerala, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Velliyamattom?
The Gram Panchayat of Velliyamattom is Kudayathoor.
What is the pincode of Velliyamattom?
The pincode of Velliyamattom is 685588.
What is the population of Velliyamattom?
Velliyamattom has a total population of 19,366, including 9,695 males and 9,671 females.
How many households are there in Velliyamattom?
There are 4,828 households in Velliyamattom.
What is the literacy rate in Velliyamattom?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Velliyamattom is 86.08%. Male literacy is 87.08% and female literacy is 85.08%.