Kalkoonthal
Kalkoonthal is a village located in Udumbanchola taluka of Idukki district in Kerala, India. It is situated 5km away from sub-district headquarter Nedumkandam (tehsildar office) and 50km away from district headquarter Painavu. As per 2009 stats, Udumbanchola is the gram panchayat of Kalkoonthal village.
Here you can discover what makes Kalkoonthal unique in its vibrant Udumbanchola-Idukki region. You’ll see Kalkoonthal’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 Kalkoonthal
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Kalkoonthal is 628074. The village spans a total geographical area of 6277 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 685553. Thodupuzha is nearest town to Kalkoonthal village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 90km away.
When it comes to local governance, Kalkoonthal 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 Udumbanchola 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 Kalkoonthal
Population of Kalkoonthal
According to the 2011 Census, Kalkoonthal has a total population of about 42,006, with approximately 21,158 males and 20,848 females. The sex ratio is around 985 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 4,158 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 1,997 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 272. The overall literacy rate is approximately 87.14%, with male literacy at about 87.73% and female literacy near 86.54%. There are around 10,307 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Kalkoonthal's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
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Total Population | 42,006 | 21,158 | 20,848 |
Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 4,158 | 2,127 | 2,031 |
Scheduled Castes (SC) | 1,997 | 995 | 1,002 |
Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 272 | 139 | 133 |
Literate Population | 36,604 | 18,562 | 18,042 |
Illiterate Population | 5,402 | 2,596 | 2,806 |
Connectivity of Kalkoonthal
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Kalkoonthal. As per the 2011 stats, Kalkoonthal had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
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Public Bus Service | Available within village |
Private Bus Service | Available within village |
Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Kalkoonthal
Knowing the nearby villages of Kalkoonthal helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Kalkoonthal.
Frequently Asked Questions about Kalkoonthal
- Where is Kalkoonthal located?
- Kalkoonthal village is situated in Udumbanchola Taluka, within the Idukki district of Kerala, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Kalkoonthal?
- The Gram Panchayat of Kalkoonthal is Udumbanchola (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the pincode of Kalkoonthal?
- The pincode of Kalkoonthal is 685553, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Kalkoonthal as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Kalkoonthal is 42,006, with 21,158 males and 20,848 females.
- How many households are there in Kalkoonthal as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Kalkoonthal village has a total of 10,307 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Kalkoonthal as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Kalkoonthal is 87.14%. The male literacy rate is 87.73%, while the female literacy rate is 86.54%.