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.

Chinnakanal has its own place in the vibrant Idukki region. In the following sections, you’ll find details about population, literacy, households, children, caste data, area, pincode, local governance, nearby villages, connectivity, and more.

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.

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Population of Chinnakanal

Below is a concise population overview of Chinnakanal as per the Census 2011 data. The table highlights the key population metrics categorized by gender and social groups.

ParticularsTotalMaleFemale
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

Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Chinnakanal village:

  • The total population of Chinnakanal village is around 12,005, including approximately 6,098 males and 5,907 females, with a sex ratio of 968 females per 1,000 males.
  • There are about 1,154 children aged 0–6 years in Chinnakanal village, reflecting the young population in the village.
  • Chinnakanal village has 4,572 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC) and 1,205 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
  • The literacy rate of Chinnakanal village is about 71.06%, with male literacy at 77.76% and female literacy at 64.14%.
  • There are around 3,210 households in Chinnakanal village.

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%.