Anchal
About Anchal
According to Census 2011 information the location code or village code of Anchal village is 628400. Anchal village is located in Pathanapuram taluka of Kollam district in Kerala, India. It is situated 16km away from sub-district headquarter Punalur (tehsildar office) and 40km away from district headquarter Kollam. As per 2009 stats, Anchal village is also a gram panchayat.
The total geographical area of village is 2455 hectares. Anchal has a total population of 33,088 peoples, out of which male population is 15,732 while female population is 17,356. This results in a sex ratio of approximately 1103 females for every 1,000 males. Literacy rate of anchal village is 86.19% out of which 86.87% males and 85.57% females are literate. There are about 8,793 houses in anchal village. Pincode of anchal village locality is 691306.
Punalur is nearest town to anchal village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 12km away.
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Population of Anchal
The population details of Anchal 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 | 33,088 | 15,732 | 17,356 |
| Child Population (Age 0–6) | 3,069 | 1,599 | 1,470 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) Population | 2,992 | 1,425 | 1,567 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) Population | 82 | 41 | 41 |
| Literate Population | 28,519 | 13,667 | 14,852 |
| Illiterate Population | 4,569 | 2,065 | 2,504 |
Connectivity of Anchal
| 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 |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Anchal
Where is Anchal located?
Anchal village is situated in Pathanapuram Taluka, within the Kollam district of Kerala, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Anchal?
Anchal serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
What is the pincode of Anchal?
The pincode of Anchal is 691306, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
What is the population of Anchal as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Anchal is 33,088, with 15,732 males and 17,356 females.
How many households are there in Anchal as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Anchal village has a total of 8,793 households.
What is the literacy rate in Anchal as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Anchal is 86.19%. The male literacy rate is 86.87%, while the female literacy rate is 85.57%.