Chakkupallam - Udumbanchola, Idukki

Chakkupallam is a village situated in the Udumbanchola taluka of Idukki district, Kerala. It is located approximately 34 km from the tehsil headquarters in Nedumkandam and around 55 km from the district headquarters in Painavu. Chakkupallam village is a designated GRAMA PANCHAYAT.

As per Census 2011, the village code of Chakkupallam is 628082. The village covers a total geographical area of 2833 hectares and falls under the 685509 pincode. Thodupuzha is the nearest town, located about 103 km away.

Chakkupallam village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a President serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Peerumade Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Idukki Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.

Population of Chakkupallam

According to the 2011 Census, Chakkupallam village had a total population of 12,609 people, including 6,254 males and 6,355 females, living in 3,429 households. The sex ratio was 1,016 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 87.79%, with male literacy at 91.07% and female literacy at 84.57%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 905, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 407.

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

Nearby Villages of Chakkupallam

Chakkupallam 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 Chakkupallam

Chakkupallam is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Rajapalayam, while the nearest airport is Cochin International Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 73.4 km.

In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Thodupuzha to Chakkupallam is about 103 km, with a usual travel time of around ~2.9 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Painavu to Chakkupallam is about 55 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.6 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.

Banking and Postal Services in Chakkupallam

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

Health Facilities in Chakkupallam

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

FAQs about Chakkupallam