West Kallada
About West Kallada
According to Census 2011 information the location code or village code of West Kallada village is 628381. West Kallada village is located in Kunnathur taluka of Kollam district in Kerala, India. It is situated 9km away from sub-district headquarter Sasthamkotta (tehsildar office) and 28km away from district headquarter Kollam. As per 2009 stats, West Kallada village is also a gram panchayat.
The total geographical area of village is 1335 hectares. West Kallada has a total population of 18,176 peoples, out of which male population is 8,693 while female population is 9,483. This results in a sex ratio of approximately 1090 females for every 1,000 males. Literacy rate of west kallada village is 85.31% out of which 86.62% males and 84.11% females are literate. There are about 4,655 houses in west kallada village. Pincode of west kallada village locality is 691500.
When it comes to administration, West Kallada 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, West Kallada village comes under Kunnathur Vidhan Sabha constituency & Mavelikkara Lok Sabha constituency. Kollam is nearest town to west kallada village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 28km away.
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Population of West Kallada
The population details of West Kallada 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 | 18,176 | 8,693 | 9,483 |
| Child Population (Age 0–6) | 1,807 | 906 | 901 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) Population | 4,125 | 1,987 | 2,138 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) Population | 50 | 23 | 27 |
| Literate Population | 15,506 | 7,530 | 7,976 |
| Illiterate Population | 2,670 | 1,163 | 1,507 |
Connectivity of West Kallada
| 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 West Kallada
Where is West Kallada located?
West Kallada village is situated in Kunnathur Taluka, within the Kollam district of Kerala, India.
What is the gram panchayat of West Kallada?
West Kallada serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
What is the pincode of West Kallada?
The pincode of West Kallada is 691500, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
What is the population of West Kallada as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of West Kallada is 18,176, with 8,693 males and 9,483 females.
How many households are there in West Kallada as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, West Kallada village has a total of 4,655 households.
What is the literacy rate in West Kallada as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in West Kallada is 85.31%. The male literacy rate is 86.62%, while the female literacy rate is 84.11%.