Arackal
About Arackal
According to Census 2011 information the location code or village code of Arackal village is 628398. Arackal village is located in Pathanapuram taluka of Kollam district in Kerala, India. It is situated 12km away from sub-district headquarter Punalur (tehsildar office) and 37km away from district headquarter Kollam. As per 2009 stats, Edamulakkal is the gram panchayat of Arackal village.
The total geographical area of village is 1714 hectares. Arackal has a total population of 17,240 peoples, out of which male population is 8,026 while female population is 9,214. This results in a sex ratio of approximately 1148 females for every 1,000 males. Literacy rate of arackal village is 85.46% out of which 86.74% males and 84.34% females are literate. There are about 4,625 houses in arackal village. Pincode of arackal village locality is 691306.
Punalur is nearest town to arackal village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 12km away.
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Population of Arackal
The population details of Arackal 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 | 17,240 | 8,026 | 9,214 |
| Child Population (Age 0–6) | 1,652 | 794 | 858 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) Population | 2,332 | 1,109 | 1,223 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) Population | 69 | 33 | 36 |
| Literate Population | 14,733 | 6,962 | 7,771 |
| Illiterate Population | 2,507 | 1,064 | 1,443 |
Connectivity of Arackal
| 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 Arackal
Where is Arackal located?
Arackal village is situated in Pathanapuram Taluka, within the Kollam district of Kerala, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Arackal?
The Gram Panchayat of Arackal is Edamulakkal (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
What is the pincode of Arackal?
The pincode of Arackal is 691306, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
What is the population of Arackal as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Arackal is 17,240, with 8,026 males and 9,214 females.
How many households are there in Arackal as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Arackal village has a total of 4,625 households.
What is the literacy rate in Arackal as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Arackal is 85.46%. The male literacy rate is 86.74%, while the female literacy rate is 84.34%.