Anakkara - Udumbanchola, Idukki
Anakkara is a village situated in the Udumbanchola taluka of Idukki district, Kerala. It is located approximately 29 km from the tehsil headquarters in Nedumkandam and around 58 km from the district headquarters in Painavu. Chakkupallam serves as the Gram Panchayat for Anakkara village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Anakkara is 628083. The village covers a total geographical area of 3846 hectares and falls under the 685512 pincode. Thodupuzha is the nearest town, located about 110 km away.
Anakkara village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Udumbanchola Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Idukki Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Anakkara
As per Census 2011, Anakkara village has a total population of 24,192 people, consisting of 12,056 males and 12,136 females. The village has 5,962 households and a sex ratio of 1,006 females per 1,000 males. There are 2,380 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 20,075 literate and 4,117 illiterate residents. Additionally, 3,277 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 381 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Anakkara are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 24,192 | 12,056 | 12,136 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 2,380 | 1,232 | 1,148 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 3,277 | 1,657 | 1,620 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 381 | 178 | 203 |
| Literate Population | 20,075 | 10,199 | 9,876 |
| Illiterate Population | 4,117 | 1,857 | 2,260 |
Nearby Villages of Anakkara
Anakkara 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 Anakkara
Anakkara 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 Anakkara is about 110 km, with a usual travel time of around ~3.1 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Painavu to Anakkara is about 58 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.7 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Anakkara
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Anakkara village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | Yes | Available within village |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Anakkara
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Anakkara 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 Anakkara
Where is Anakkara located?
Anakkara village is located in Udumbanchola Taluka, Idukki district, Kerala, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Anakkara?
The Gram Panchayat of Anakkara is Chakkupallam.
What is the pincode of Anakkara?
The pincode of Anakkara is 685512.
What is the population of Anakkara?
Anakkara has a total population of 24,192, including 12,056 males and 12,136 females.
How many households are there in Anakkara?
There are 5,962 households in Anakkara.
What is the literacy rate in Anakkara?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Anakkara is 82.98%. Male literacy is 84.60% and female literacy is 81.38%.