Edamon
Edamon is a village located in Pathanapuram taluka of Kollam district in Kerala, India. It is situated 7km away from sub-district headquarter Punalur (tehsildar office) and 52km away from district headquarter Kollam. As per 2009 stats, Thenmala is the gram panchayat of Edamon village.
Edamon has its own place in the vibrant Kollam region. In the following sections, you’ll find details about population, literacy, households, children, caste data, area, pincode, local governance, nearby villages, connectivity, and more.
About Edamon
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Edamon is 628391. The village spans a total geographical area of 5685 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 691307. Punalur is nearest town to Edamon village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 7km away.
Google Map of Edamon
Population of Edamon
Below is a concise population overview of Edamon as per the Census 2011 data. The table highlights the key population metrics categorized by gender and social groups.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 12,029 | 5,652 | 6,377 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 1,165 | 594 | 571 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 1,447 | 686 | 761 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 409 | 214 | 195 |
| Literate Population | 10,133 | 4,842 | 5,291 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,896 | 810 | 1,086 |
Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Edamon village:
- The total population of Edamon village is around 12,029, including approximately 5,652 males and 6,377 females, with a sex ratio of 1128 females per 1,000 males.
- There are about 1,165 children aged 0–6 years in Edamon village, reflecting the young population in the village.
- Edamon village has 1,447 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC) and 409 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
- The literacy rate of Edamon village is about 84.24%, with male literacy at 85.67% and female literacy at 82.97%.
- There are around 3,284 households in Edamon village.
Connectivity of Edamon
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Edamon. As per the 2011 stats, Edamon 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 village |
Nearby Villages of Edamon
Knowing the nearby villages of Edamon helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Edamon.
Frequently Asked Questions about Edamon
- Where is Edamon located?
- Edamon village is situated in Pathanapuram Taluka, within the Kollam district of Kerala, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Edamon?
- The Gram Panchayat of Edamon is Thenmala (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the pincode of Edamon?
- The pincode of Edamon is 691307, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Edamon as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Edamon is 12,029, with 5,652 males and 6,377 females.
- How many households are there in Edamon as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Edamon village has a total of 3,284 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Edamon as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Edamon is 84.24%. The male literacy rate is 85.67%, while the female literacy rate is 82.97%.