Kulathupuzha
Kulathupuzha is a village located in Pathanapuram taluka of Kollam district in Kerala, India. It is situated 30km away from sub-district headquarter Punalur (tehsildar office) and 50km away from district headquarter Kollam. As per 2009 stats, Kulathupuzha village is also a gram panchayat.
Here you can discover what makes Kulathupuzha unique in its vibrant Pathanapuram-Kollam region. You’ll see Kulathupuzha’s rich profile with demographics like population, households, literacy, sex ratio, kids, castes etc., geographical details like satellite map, area, pincode, plus local governance through gram panchayat, broader constituencies, nearby villages, connectivity, and answers to common questions.
About Kulathupuzha
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Kulathupuzha is 628394. The village spans a total geographical area of 33521 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 691310. Punalur is nearest town to Kulathupuzha village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 30km away.
Google Map of Kulathupuzha
Population of Kulathupuzha
According to the 2011 Census, Kulathupuzha has a total population of about 15,931, with approximately 7,619 males and 8,312 females. The sex ratio is around 1090 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 1,681 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 3,223 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 781. The overall literacy rate is approximately 81.24%, with male literacy at about 83.45% and female literacy near 79.21%. There are around 4,145 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Kulathupuzha's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 15,931 | 7,619 | 8,312 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 1,681 | 863 | 818 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 3,223 | 1,567 | 1,656 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 781 | 375 | 406 |
| Literate Population | 12,942 | 6,358 | 6,584 |
| Illiterate Population | 2,989 | 1,261 | 1,728 |
Connectivity of Kulathupuzha
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Kulathupuzha. As per the 2011 stats, Kulathupuzha 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 |
Nearby Villages of Kulathupuzha
Knowing the nearby villages of Kulathupuzha helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Kulathupuzha.
Frequently Asked Questions about Kulathupuzha
- Where is Kulathupuzha located?
- Kulathupuzha village is situated in Pathanapuram Taluka, within the Kollam district of Kerala, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Kulathupuzha?
- Kulathupuzha serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
- What is the pincode of Kulathupuzha?
- The pincode of Kulathupuzha is 691310, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Kulathupuzha as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Kulathupuzha is 15,931, with 7,619 males and 8,312 females.
- How many households are there in Kulathupuzha as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Kulathupuzha village has a total of 4,145 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Kulathupuzha as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Kulathupuzha is 81.24%. The male literacy rate is 83.45%, while the female literacy rate is 79.21%.