Kalayapuram
Kalayapuram is a village located in Kottarakkara taluka of Kollam district in Kerala, India. It is situated 8km away from sub-district headquarter Kottarakkara (tehsildar office) and 32km away from district headquarter Kollam. As per 2009 stats, Mylam is the gram panchayat of Kalayapuram village.
Here you can discover what makes Kalayapuram unique in its vibrant Kottarakkara-Kollam region. You’ll see Kalayapuram’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 Kalayapuram
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Kalayapuram is 628407. The village spans a total geographical area of 1801 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 691560. Kollam is nearest town to Kalayapuram village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 32km away.
When it comes to local governance, Kalayapuram 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 Kottarakkara Vidhan Sabha constituency for state-level representation and the Mavelikkara Lok Sabha constituency for national parliamentary elections. The local administration is responsible for civic services and development within the village.
Google Map of Kalayapuram
Population of Kalayapuram
According to the 2011 Census, Kalayapuram has a total population of about 20,233, with approximately 9,449 males and 10,784 females. The sex ratio is around 1141 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 1,639 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 4,082 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 26. The overall literacy rate is approximately 86.26%, with male literacy at about 87.56% and female literacy near 85.12%. There are around 5,302 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Kalayapuram's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 20,233 | 9,449 | 10,784 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 1,639 | 816 | 823 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 4,082 | 1,912 | 2,170 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 26 | 12 | 14 |
| Literate Population | 17,453 | 8,274 | 9,179 |
| Illiterate Population | 2,780 | 1,175 | 1,605 |
Connectivity of Kalayapuram
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Kalayapuram. As per the 2011 stats, Kalayapuram 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 5 - 10 km distance |
Nearby Villages of Kalayapuram
Knowing the nearby villages of Kalayapuram helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Kalayapuram.
Frequently Asked Questions about Kalayapuram
- Where is Kalayapuram located?
- Kalayapuram village is situated in Kottarakkara Taluka, within the Kollam district of Kerala, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Kalayapuram?
- The Gram Panchayat of Kalayapuram is Mylam (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the pincode of Kalayapuram?
- The pincode of Kalayapuram is 691560, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Kalayapuram as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Kalayapuram is 20,233, with 9,449 males and 10,784 females.
- How many households are there in Kalayapuram as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Kalayapuram village has a total of 5,302 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Kalayapuram as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Kalayapuram is 86.26%. The male literacy rate is 87.56%, while the female literacy rate is 85.12%.