Ittiva - Kottarakkara, Kollam
Ittiva is a village situated in the Kottarakkara taluka of Kollam district, Kerala. It is located approximately 4 km from the tehsil headquarters in Kottarakkara and around 42 km from the district headquarters in Kollam. Ittiva village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Ittiva is 628424. The village covers a total geographical area of 2018 hectares and falls under the 691536 pincode. Punalur is the nearest town, located about 24 km away.
Ittiva 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 Ittiva
As per Census 2011, Ittiva village has a total population of 17,270 people, consisting of 7,989 males and 9,281 females. The village has 4,527 households and a sex ratio of 1,161 females per 1,000 males. There are 1,858 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 14,429 literate and 2,841 illiterate residents. Additionally, 1,863 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 34 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Ittiva are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 17,270 | 7,989 | 9,281 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 1,858 | 976 | 882 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 1,863 | 878 | 985 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 34 | 22 | 12 |
| Literate Population | 14,429 | 6,753 | 7,676 |
| Illiterate Population | 2,841 | 1,236 | 1,605 |
Nearby Villages of Ittiva
Ittiva 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:
| Nearby Village | Direction | Approx. Distance (Aerial) |
|---|---|---|
| Kadakkal | South | 3.19 km |
| Kottakkal (ct) | North-West | 3.87 km |
| Alayamon | North-East | 5.46 km |
| Nilamel | South-West | 7.12 km |
| Chithara | South-East | 7.63 km |
| Kummil | South | 7.71 km |
| Chadayamangalam | West | 7.85 km |
| Anchal | North | 9.15 km |
| Pazhayakunnummel | South-West | 9.52 km |
| Pangode | South-East | 13.68 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Ittiva
Ittiva is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Punalur, while the nearest airport is Trivandrum International Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 31.6 km.
| 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 Ittiva is about 24 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Kollam to Ittiva is about 42 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.2 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Ittiva
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Ittiva 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 Ittiva
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Ittiva 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 >10 km |
FAQs about Ittiva
Where is Ittiva located?
Ittiva village is located in Kottarakkara Taluka, Kollam district, Kerala, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Ittiva?
Ittiva is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Ittiva?
The pincode of Ittiva is 691536.
What is the population of Ittiva?
Ittiva has a total population of 17,270, including 7,989 males and 9,281 females.
How many households are there in Ittiva?
There are 4,527 households in Ittiva.
What is the literacy rate in Ittiva?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Ittiva is 83.55%. Male literacy is 84.53% and female literacy is 82.71%.