Udumbanchola
Udumbanchola 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 Udumbanchola Block (CD) is 05665. The total area of Udumbanchola Taluka is 1,077 km². Udumbanchola has a sex ratio of approximately 1004 females per 1,000 males.
List of Villages in Udumbanchola Taluka
Udumbanchola Taluka has a total of 23 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 Udumbanchola Taluka, along with their respective gram panchayat and nearest town.
| # | Village Name | Gram Panchayat | Nearest Town |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Anakkara | Chakkupallam | Thodupuzha (110 km) |
| 2 | Anavilasam | Ayyappancoil | Thodupuzha (105 km) |
| 3 | Ayyappancoil | Ayyappancoil | Kattappana (14 km) |
| 4 | Baisonvally | Bisonvalley | Idukki (50 km) |
| 5 | Chakkupallam | Chakkupallam | Thodupuzha (103 km) |
| 6 | Chathurangapara | Senapathy | Nedumkandam (20 km) |
| 7 | Chinnakanal | Chinnakanal | Bodinaikkannur (37 km) |
| 8 | Kalkoonthal | Erattayar | Thodupuzha (90 km) |
| 9 | Kanthippara | Senapathy | Bodinaikkannur (40 km) |
| 10 | Karunapuram | Karunapuram | Kambum (22 km) |
| 11 | Kattappana | N/A | Thodupuzha (88 km) |
| 12 | Konnathady | Konnathady | Thodupuzha (89 km) |
| 13 | Pampadumpara | Pampadumpara | Kambam (68 km) |
| 14 | Parathodu | Nedumkandam | Thodupuzha (90 km) |
| 15 | Poopara | Rajakumari | Bodinaikannur (37 km) |
| 16 | Rajakkad | Rajakkad | Idukki (50 km) |
| 17 | Rajakumari | Rajakumari | Thodupuzha (112 km) |
| 18 | Santhanpara | Santhanpara | Nedumkandam (35 km) |
| 19 | Thankamony | Kamakshy | Thodupuzha (80 km) |
| 20 | Udumbanchola | Senapathy | Thodupuzha (120 km) |
| 21 | Upputhode | Kamakshy | Thodupuzha (74 km) |
| 22 | Vandanmedu | Vandenmedu | Thodupuzha (97 km) |
| 23 | Vathikudy | Vathikudy | Thodupuzha (85 km) |
Population of Udumbanchola Taluka
The population profile of Udumbanchola 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 Udumbanchola 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 | 4,29,780 | 4,29,780 | N/A |
| Male Population | 2,14,379 | 2,14,379 | N/A |
| Female Population | 2,15,401 | 2,15,401 | N/A |
| Child Population (Age 0–6) | 41,749 | 41,749 | N/A |
| Male Child Population (Age 0–6) | 21,375 | 21,375 | N/A |
| Female Child Population (Age 0–6) | 20,374 | 20,374 | N/A |
| Literate Population | 3,59,076 | 3,59,076 | N/A |
| Literate Male Population | 1,82,762 | 1,82,762 | N/A |
| Literate Female Population | 1,76,314 | 1,76,314 | N/A |
| Illiterate Population | 70,704 | 70,704 | N/A |
| Illiterate Male Population | 31,617 | 31,617 | N/A |
| Illiterate Female Population | 39,087 | 39,087 | N/A |
| Total Households | 1,09,322 | 1,09,322 | N/A |
Here’s a simplified summary based on Census 2011 stats:
- Total population is approximately 4,29,780 people. Includes nearly 2,14,379 males and 2,15,401 females. Rural population is about 4,29,780 people.
- There are around 41,749 children aged 0 to 6 years. This includes approximately 21,375 boys and 20,374 girls.
- Literate population is about 3,59,076 people. Non-literate population is around 70,704 people.
- There are nearly 1,09,322 households.
Social Structure and Density
This section offers a snapshot of social structure in Udumbanchola 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 | 36,407 | 36,407 | N/A |
| SC Male Population | 18,138 | 18,138 | N/A |
| SC Female Population | 18,269 | 18,269 | N/A |
| Total ST Population | 9,038 | 9,038 | N/A |
| ST Male Population | 4,528 | 4,528 | N/A |
| ST Female Population | 4,510 | 4,510 | N/A |
| Population Density | 399 / km² | 399 / km² | N/A |
Here’s a simplified summary based on Census 2011 stats:
- Scheduled Caste (SC) population in Udumbanchola Taluka is approximately 36,407 people, including 18,138 males and 18,269 females. Around 36,407 people live in rural parts.
- Scheduled Tribe (ST) population in Udumbanchola Taluka is about 9,038 people, including 4,528 males and 4,510 females. Around 9,038 live in villages or rural parts.
- In terms of density, overall population density is around 399 people per square kilometre, rural areas have about 399 people per sq. km.