Elamad - Kottarakkara, Kollam
Elamad is a village situated in the Kottarakkara taluka of Kollam district, Kerala. It is located approximately 20 km from the tehsil headquarters in Kottarakkara and around 35 km from the district headquarters in Kollam. Elamadu serves as the Gram Panchayat for Elamad village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Elamad is 628418. The village covers a total geographical area of 3016 hectares and falls under the 691533 pincode. Punalur is the nearest town, located about 25 km away.
Elamad village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Chadayamangalam Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Kollam Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Elamad
As per Census 2011, Elamad village has a total population of 27,248 people, consisting of 12,783 males and 14,465 females. The village has 7,078 households and a sex ratio of 1,131 females per 1,000 males. There are 2,659 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 23,041 literate and 4,207 illiterate residents. Additionally, 3,603 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 59 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Elamad are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 27,248 | 12,783 | 14,465 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 2,659 | 1,359 | 1,300 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 3,603 | 1,698 | 1,905 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 59 | 27 | 32 |
| Literate Population | 23,041 | 10,966 | 12,075 |
| Illiterate Population | 4,207 | 1,817 | 2,390 |
Nearby Villages of Elamad
Elamad 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 Elamad
Elamad 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 Punalur to Elamad is about 25 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Kollam to Elamad is about 35 km, with the usual travel time around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Elamad
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Elamad village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | Yes | Available within village |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Elamad
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Elamad village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Elamad
Where is Elamad located?
Elamad village is located in Kottarakkara Taluka, Kollam district, Kerala, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Elamad?
The Gram Panchayat of Elamad is Elamadu.
What is the pincode of Elamad?
The pincode of Elamad is 691533.
What is the population of Elamad?
Elamad has a total population of 27,248, including 12,783 males and 14,465 females.
How many households are there in Elamad?
There are 7,078 households in Elamad.
What is the literacy rate in Elamad?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Elamad is 84.56%. Male literacy is 85.79% and female literacy is 83.48%.