Mylom - Kottarakkara, Kollam
Mylom is a village situated in the Kottarakkara taluka of Kollam district, Kerala. It is located approximately 2 km from the tehsil headquarters in Kottarakkara and around 32 km from the district headquarters in Kollam. Mylam serves as the Gram Panchayat for Mylom village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Mylom is 628408. The village covers a total geographical area of 1730 hectares and falls under the 691560 pincode. Punalur is the nearest town, located about 21 km away.
Mylom village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Kottarakkara Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Mavelikkara Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Mylom
As per Census 2011, Mylom village has a total population of 22,164 people, consisting of 10,480 males and 11,684 females. The village has 5,736 households and a sex ratio of 1,114 females per 1,000 males. There are 1,991 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 19,010 literate and 3,154 illiterate residents. Additionally, 4,551 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 110 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Mylom are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 22,164 | 10,480 | 11,684 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 1,991 | 1,011 | 980 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 4,551 | 2,172 | 2,379 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 110 | 49 | 61 |
| Literate Population | 19,010 | 9,089 | 9,921 |
| Illiterate Population | 3,154 | 1,391 | 1,763 |
Nearby Villages of Mylom
Mylom is surrounded by several neighbouring villages in various directions. The table below lists these nearby villages along with their approximate aerial (straight-line) distances and directions from the village:
| Nearby Village | Direction | Approx. Distance (Aerial) |
|---|---|---|
| Kalayapuram | North-West | 3.54 km |
| Thalavoor | East | 4.98 km |
| Melila | South-East | 5.39 km |
| Neduvathoor | South-West | 5.52 km |
| Kulakkada | North-West | 6.62 km |
| Ummannoor | South | 7.98 km |
| Odanavattam | South | 9.20 km |
| Pavithreswaram | West | 9.84 km |
| Pidavoor | East | 9.88 km |
| Chakkuvarakkal | South-East | 10.27 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Mylom
Mylom is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Kottarakara, while the nearest airport is Trivandrum International Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 46.8 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | Available within 5-10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Punalur to Mylom is about 21 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Kollam to Mylom is about 32 km, with the usual travel time around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Mylom
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Mylom 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 Mylom
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Mylom 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 Mylom
Where is Mylom located?
Mylom village is located in Kottarakkara Taluka, Kollam district, Kerala, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Mylom?
The Gram Panchayat of Mylom is Mylam.
What is the pincode of Mylom?
The pincode of Mylom is 691560.
What is the population of Mylom?
Mylom has a total population of 22,164, including 10,480 males and 11,684 females.
How many households are there in Mylom?
There are 5,736 households in Mylom.
What is the literacy rate in Mylom?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Mylom is 85.77%. Male literacy is 86.73% and female literacy is 84.91%.