Mancode - Kottarakkara, Kollam
Mancode is a village situated in the Kottarakkara taluka of Kollam district, Kerala. It is located approximately 40 km from the tehsil headquarters in Kottarakkara and around 62 km from the district headquarters in Kollam. Chithara serves as the Gram Panchayat for Mancode village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Mancode is 628428. The village covers a total geographical area of 2447 hectares and falls under the 691559 pincode. Punalur is the nearest town, located about 28 km away.
Mancode 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 Mancode
As per Census 2011, Mancode village has a total population of 24,988 people, consisting of 11,574 males and 13,414 females. The village has 6,531 households and a sex ratio of 1,158 females per 1,000 males. There are 2,540 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 20,728 literate and 4,260 illiterate residents. Additionally, 2,860 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 54 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Mancode are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 24,988 | 11,574 | 13,414 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 2,540 | 1,290 | 1,250 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 2,860 | 1,341 | 1,519 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 54 | 33 | 21 |
| Literate Population | 20,728 | 9,800 | 10,928 |
| Illiterate Population | 4,260 | 1,774 | 2,486 |
Nearby Villages of Mancode
Mancode is surrounded by several nearby villages in its surroundings. These villages are part of the local area and are commonly connected through local routes and daily movement of people.
Transport and Connectivity of Mancode
Mancode is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services.
| 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 Mancode is about 28 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Kollam to Mancode is about 62 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.8 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Mancode
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Mancode 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 Mancode
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Mancode 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 2-5 km |
FAQs about Mancode
Where is Mancode located?
Mancode village is located in Kottarakkara Taluka, Kollam district, Kerala, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Mancode?
The Gram Panchayat of Mancode is Chithara.
What is the pincode of Mancode?
The pincode of Mancode is 691559.
What is the population of Mancode?
Mancode has a total population of 24,988, including 11,574 males and 13,414 females.
How many households are there in Mancode?
There are 6,531 households in Mancode.
What is the literacy rate in Mancode?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Mancode is 82.95%. Male literacy is 84.67% and female literacy is 81.47%.