Chinnakanal
Chinnakanal is a village located in Udumbanchola taluka of Idukki district in Kerala, India. It is situated 50km away from sub-district headquarter Nedumkandam (tehsildar office) and 90km away from district headquarter Painavu. As per 2009 stats, Chinnakanal village is also a gram panchayat.
Here you can discover what makes Chinnakanal unique in its vibrant Udumbanchola-Idukki region. You’ll see Chinnakanal’s rich profile with demographics like population, households, literacy, sex ratio, kids, castes etc., geographical details like satellite map, area, pincode, plus local governance through gram panchayat, broader constituencies, nearby villages, connectivity, and answers to common questions.
About Chinnakanal
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Chinnakanal is 628064. The village spans a total geographical area of 6733 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 685618. Bodinaikkannur is nearest town to Chinnakanal village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 37km away.
When it comes to local governance, Chinnakanal village is administered by a Sarpanch, the elected head of the village, in accordance with the Constitution of India and the Panchayati Raj Act. The village falls under the Devikulam Vidhan Sabha constituency for state-level representation and the Idukki Lok Sabha constituency for national parliamentary elections. The local administration is responsible for civic services and development within the village.
Google Map of Chinnakanal
Population of Chinnakanal
According to the 2011 Census, Chinnakanal has a total population of about 12,005, with approximately 6,098 males and 5,907 females. The sex ratio is around 968 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 1,154 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 4,572 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 1,205. The overall literacy rate is approximately 71.06%, with male literacy at about 77.76% and female literacy near 64.14%. There are around 3,210 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Chinnakanal's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 12,005 | 6,098 | 5,907 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 1,154 | 598 | 556 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 4,572 | 2,309 | 2,263 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1,205 | 617 | 588 |
| Literate Population | 8,531 | 4,742 | 3,789 |
| Illiterate Population | 3,474 | 1,356 | 2,118 |
Connectivity of Chinnakanal
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Chinnakanal. As per the 2011 stats, Chinnakanal had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Available within village |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Chinnakanal
Knowing the nearby villages of Chinnakanal helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Chinnakanal.
Frequently Asked Questions about Chinnakanal
- Where is Chinnakanal located?
- Chinnakanal village is situated in Udumbanchola Taluka, within the Idukki district of Kerala, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Chinnakanal?
- Chinnakanal serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
- What is the pincode of Chinnakanal?
- The pincode of Chinnakanal is 685618, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Chinnakanal as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Chinnakanal is 12,005, with 6,098 males and 5,907 females.
- How many households are there in Chinnakanal as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Chinnakanal village has a total of 3,210 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Chinnakanal as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Chinnakanal is 71.06%. The male literacy rate is 77.76%, while the female literacy rate is 64.14%.