Edamon
About Edamon
According to Census 2011 information the location code or village code of Edamon village is 628391. Edamon village is 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.
The total geographical area of village is 5685 hectares. Edamon has a total population of 12,029 peoples, out of which male population is 5,652 while female population is 6,377. This results in a sex ratio of approximately 1128 females for every 1,000 males. Literacy rate of edamon village is 84.24% out of which 85.67% males and 82.97% females are literate. There are about 3,284 houses in edamon village. Pincode of edamon village locality is 691307.
Punalur is nearest town to edamon village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 7km away.
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Population of Edamon
The population details of Edamon 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 | 12,029 | 5,652 | 6,377 |
| Child Population (Age 0–6) | 1,165 | 594 | 571 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) Population | 1,447 | 686 | 761 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) Population | 409 | 214 | 195 |
| Literate Population | 10,133 | 4,842 | 5,291 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,896 | 810 | 1,086 |
Connectivity of Edamon
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Available within village |
| Railway Station | Available within village |
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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%.