Pooyappally
Pooyappally is a village located in Kottarakkara taluka of Kollam district in Kerala, India. It is situated 12km away from sub-district headquarter Kottarakkara (tehsildar office) and 20km away from district headquarter Kollam. As per 2009 stats, Pooyappally village is also a gram panchayat.
Here you can discover what makes Pooyappally unique in its vibrant Kottarakkara-Kollam region. You’ll see Pooyappally’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 Pooyappally
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Pooyappally is 628420. The village spans a total geographical area of 2215 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 691537. Kollam is nearest town to Pooyappally village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 20km away.
Google Map of Pooyappally
Population of Pooyappally
According to the 2011 Census, Pooyappally has a total population of about 24,447, with approximately 11,445 males and 13,002 females. The sex ratio is around 1136 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 2,180 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 3,182 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 82. The overall literacy rate is approximately 86.63%, with male literacy at about 87.64% and female literacy near 85.74%. There are around 6,405 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Pooyappally's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 24,447 | 11,445 | 13,002 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 2,180 | 1,101 | 1,079 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 3,182 | 1,550 | 1,632 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 82 | 34 | 48 |
| Literate Population | 21,178 | 10,030 | 11,148 |
| Illiterate Population | 3,269 | 1,415 | 1,854 |
Connectivity of Pooyappally
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Pooyappally. As per the 2011 stats, Pooyappally 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 Pooyappally
Knowing the nearby villages of Pooyappally helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Pooyappally.
Frequently Asked Questions about Pooyappally
- Where is Pooyappally located?
- Pooyappally village is situated in Kottarakkara Taluka, within the Kollam district of Kerala, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Pooyappally?
- Pooyappally serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
- What is the pincode of Pooyappally?
- The pincode of Pooyappally is 691537, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Pooyappally as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Pooyappally is 24,447, with 11,445 males and 13,002 females.
- How many households are there in Pooyappally as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Pooyappally village has a total of 6,405 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Pooyappally as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Pooyappally is 86.63%. The male literacy rate is 87.64%, while the female literacy rate is 85.74%.