Kulakkada
Kulakkada is a village located in Kottarakkara taluka of Kollam district in Kerala, India. It is situated 10km away from sub-district headquarter Kottarakkara (tehsildar office) and 40km away from district headquarter Kollam. As per 2009 stats, Kulakkada village is also a gram panchayat.
Here you can discover what makes Kulakkada unique in its vibrant Kottarakkara-Kollam region. You’ll see Kulakkada’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 Kulakkada
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Kulakkada is 628406. The village spans a total geographical area of 1380 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 691507. Punalur is nearest town to Kulakkada village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 25km away.
When it comes to local governance, Kulakkada 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 Kulakkada
Population of Kulakkada
According to the 2011 Census, Kulakkada has a total population of about 15,148, with approximately 7,222 males and 7,926 females. The sex ratio is around 1097 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 1,278 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 2,602 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 38. The overall literacy rate is approximately 87.15%, with male literacy at about 88.47% and female literacy near 85.94%. There are around 3,945 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Kulakkada's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 15,148 | 7,222 | 7,926 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 1,278 | 659 | 619 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 2,602 | 1,257 | 1,345 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 38 | 19 | 19 |
| Literate Population | 13,201 | 6,389 | 6,812 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,947 | 833 | 1,114 |
Connectivity of Kulakkada
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Kulakkada. As per the 2011 stats, Kulakkada 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 Kulakkada
Knowing the nearby villages of Kulakkada helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Kulakkada.
Frequently Asked Questions about Kulakkada
- Where is Kulakkada located?
- Kulakkada village is situated in Kottarakkara Taluka, within the Kollam district of Kerala, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Kulakkada?
- Kulakkada serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
- What is the pincode of Kulakkada?
- The pincode of Kulakkada is 691507, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Kulakkada as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Kulakkada is 15,148, with 7,222 males and 7,926 females.
- How many households are there in Kulakkada as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Kulakkada village has a total of 3,945 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Kulakkada as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Kulakkada is 87.15%. The male literacy rate is 88.47%, while the female literacy rate is 85.94%.