Anavilasam - Udumbanchola, Idukki
Anavilasam is a village situated in the Udumbanchola taluka of Idukki district, Kerala. It is located approximately 31 km from the tehsil headquarters in Nedumkandam and around 44 km from the district headquarters in Painavu. Ayyappancoil serves as the Gram Panchayat for Anavilasam village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Anavilasam is 628081. The village covers a total geographical area of 2693 hectares and falls under the 685535 pincode. Thodupuzha is the nearest town, located about 105 km away.
Anavilasam 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 Anavilasam
As per Census 2011, Anavilasam village has a total population of 7,549 people, consisting of 3,730 males and 3,819 females. The village has 2,006 households and a sex ratio of 1,023 females per 1,000 males. There are 649 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 6,007 literate and 1,542 illiterate residents. Additionally, 1,378 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 20 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Anavilasam are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 7,549 | 3,730 | 3,819 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 649 | 342 | 307 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 1,378 | 692 | 686 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 20 | 12 | 8 |
| Literate Population | 6,007 | 3,085 | 2,922 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,542 | 645 | 897 |
Nearby Villages of Anavilasam
Anavilasam 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 Anavilasam
Anavilasam 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 Anavilasam is about 105 km, with a usual travel time of around ~3 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Painavu to Anavilasam is about 44 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 Anavilasam
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Anavilasam village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Anavilasam
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Anavilasam village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Anavilasam
Where is Anavilasam located?
Anavilasam village is located in Udumbanchola Taluka, Idukki district, Kerala, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Anavilasam?
The Gram Panchayat of Anavilasam is Ayyappancoil.
What is the pincode of Anavilasam?
The pincode of Anavilasam is 685535.
What is the population of Anavilasam?
Anavilasam has a total population of 7,549, including 3,730 males and 3,819 females.
How many households are there in Anavilasam?
There are 2,006 households in Anavilasam.
What is the literacy rate in Anavilasam?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Anavilasam is 79.57%. Male literacy is 82.71% and female literacy is 76.51%.