Kalayapuram
About Kalayapuram
According to Census 2011 information the location code or village code of Kalayapuram village is 628407. Kalayapuram village is 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.
The total geographical area of village is 1801 hectares. Kalayapuram has a total population of 20,233 peoples, out of which male population is 9,449 while female population is 10,784. This results in a sex ratio of approximately 1141 females for every 1,000 males. Literacy rate of kalayapuram village is 86.26% out of which 87.56% males and 85.12% females are literate. There are about 5,302 houses in kalayapuram village. Pincode of kalayapuram village locality is 691560.
When it comes to administration, Kalayapuram village is governed by a Sarpanch, who is an elected representative (Head of Village) chosen through local elections, as per the Constitution of India and the Panchayati Raj Act. As per 2019 stats, Kalayapuram village comes under Kottarakkara Vidhan Sabha constituency & Mavelikkara Lok Sabha constituency. Kollam is nearest town to kalayapuram village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 32km away.
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Population of Kalayapuram
The population details of Kalayapuram cover important figures like total population, male and female population, children aged 0–6 years, and the number of literate and illiterate people. It also shows how many residents belong to Scheduled Castes and Scheduled Tribes. These details help in understanding the village structure, education level, and community groups.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 20,233 | 9,449 | 10,784 |
| Child Population (Age 0–6) | 1,639 | 816 | 823 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) Population | 4,082 | 1,912 | 2,170 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) Population | 26 | 12 | 14 |
| Literate Population | 17,453 | 8,274 | 9,179 |
| Illiterate Population | 2,780 | 1,175 | 1,605 |
Connectivity of Kalayapuram
| 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 |
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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%.