Edamulackal - Punalur, Kollam
Edamulackal is a village situated in the Punalur taluka of Kollam district, Kerala. It is located approximately 18 km from Punalur and around 45 km from Kollam. Edamulakkal serves as the Gram Panchayat for Edamulackal village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Edamulackal is 628399. The village covers a total geographical area of 2156 hectares and falls under the 691533 pincode. Punalur is the nearest town, located about 15 km away.
Edamulackal village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Punalur Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Kollam Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Edamulackal
As per Census 2011, Edamulackal village has a total population of 22,004 people, consisting of 10,271 males and 11,733 females. The village has 5,851 households and a sex ratio of 1,142 females per 1,000 males. There are 2,039 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 19,018 literate and 2,986 illiterate residents. Additionally, 2,182 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 48 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Edamulackal are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 22,004 | 10,271 | 11,733 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 2,039 | 1,025 | 1,014 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 2,182 | 1,018 | 1,164 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 48 | 22 | 26 |
| Literate Population | 19,018 | 8,974 | 10,044 |
| Illiterate Population | 2,986 | 1,297 | 1,689 |
Nearby Villages of Edamulackal
Edamulackal is surrounded by several nearby villages in its surroundings. These villages are part of the local area and are commonly connected through local routes and daily movement of people.
Transport and Connectivity of Edamulackal
Edamulackal is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is located within >10 km of Edamulackal.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | Available within >10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Punalur to Edamulackal is about 15 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Kollam to Edamulackal is about 45 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Edamulackal
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Edamulackal village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | Yes | Available within village |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Edamulackal
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Edamulackal village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Edamulackal
Where is Edamulackal located?
Edamulackal village is located in Punalur Taluka, Kollam district, Kerala, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Edamulackal?
The Gram Panchayat of Edamulackal is Edamulakkal.
What is the pincode of Edamulackal?
The pincode of Edamulackal is 691533.
What is the population of Edamulackal?
Edamulackal has a total population of 22,004, including 10,271 males and 11,733 females.
How many households are there in Edamulackal?
There are 5,851 households in Edamulackal.
What is the literacy rate in Edamulackal?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Edamulackal is 86.43%. Male literacy is 87.37% and female literacy is 85.60%.