Kadakkal
Kadakkal is a village located in Kottarakkara taluka of Kollam district in Kerala, India. It is situated 35km away from sub-district headquarter Kottarakkara (tehsildar office) and 50km away from district headquarter Kollam. As per 2009 stats, Kadakkal village is also a gram panchayat.
Here you can discover what makes Kadakkal unique in its vibrant Kottarakkara-Kollam region. You’ll see Kadakkal’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 Kadakkal
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Kadakkal is 628425. The village spans a total geographical area of 2948 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 691536. Kollam is nearest town to Kadakkal village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 55km away.
Google Map of Kadakkal
Population of Kadakkal
According to the 2011 Census, Kadakkal has a total population of about 30,719, with approximately 14,110 males and 16,609 females. The sex ratio is around 1177 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 2,685 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 3,517 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 130. The overall literacy rate is approximately 85.36%, with male literacy at about 86.61% and female literacy near 84.30%. There are around 8,279 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Kadakkal's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 30,719 | 14,110 | 16,609 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 2,685 | 1,367 | 1,318 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 3,517 | 1,617 | 1,900 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 130 | 67 | 63 |
| Literate Population | 26,223 | 12,221 | 14,002 |
| Illiterate Population | 4,496 | 1,889 | 2,607 |
Connectivity of Kadakkal
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Kadakkal. As per the 2011 stats, Kadakkal 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 Kadakkal
Knowing the nearby villages of Kadakkal helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Kadakkal.
Frequently Asked Questions about Kadakkal
- Where is Kadakkal located?
- Kadakkal village is situated in Kottarakkara Taluka, within the Kollam district of Kerala, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Kadakkal?
- Kadakkal serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
- What is the pincode of Kadakkal?
- The pincode of Kadakkal is 691536, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Kadakkal as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Kadakkal is 30,719, with 14,110 males and 16,609 females.
- How many households are there in Kadakkal as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Kadakkal village has a total of 8,279 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Kadakkal as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Kadakkal is 85.36%. The male literacy rate is 86.61%, while the female literacy rate is 84.30%.