Karavaloor (Part) - Punalur, Kollam
Karavaloor (Part) is a village situated in the Punalur taluka of Kollam district, Kerala. It is located approximately 6 km from Punalur and around 50 km from Kollam. Karavaloor serves as the Gram Panchayat for Karavaloor (Part) village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Karavaloor (Part) is 628397. The village covers a total geographical area of 2364 hectares and falls under the 691333 pincode. Punalur is the nearest town, located about 6 km away.
Karavaloor (Part) 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 Karavaloor (Part)
As per Census 2011, Karavaloor (Part) village has a total population of 23,947 people, consisting of 11,288 males and 12,659 females. The village has 6,385 households and a sex ratio of 1,121 females per 1,000 males. There are 2,133 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 20,805 literate and 3,142 illiterate residents. Additionally, 2,989 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 64 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Karavaloor (Part) are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 23,947 | 11,288 | 12,659 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 2,133 | 1,099 | 1,034 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 2,989 | 1,424 | 1,565 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 64 | 28 | 36 |
| Literate Population | 20,805 | 9,876 | 10,929 |
| Illiterate Population | 3,142 | 1,412 | 1,730 |
Nearby Villages of Karavaloor (Part)
Karavaloor (Part) 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 Karavaloor (Part)
Karavaloor (Part) is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is located within 2-5 km of Karavaloor (Part).
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | Available within 2-5 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Punalur to Karavaloor (Part) is about 6 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Kollam to Karavaloor (Part) is about 50 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.4 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Karavaloor (Part)
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Karavaloor (Part) 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 Karavaloor (Part)
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Karavaloor (Part) 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 Karavaloor (Part)
Where is Karavaloor (Part) located?
Karavaloor (Part) village is located in Punalur Taluka, Kollam district, Kerala, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Karavaloor (Part)?
The Gram Panchayat of Karavaloor (Part) is Karavaloor.
What is the pincode of Karavaloor (Part)?
The pincode of Karavaloor (Part) is 691333.
What is the population of Karavaloor (Part)?
Karavaloor (Part) has a total population of 23,947, including 11,288 males and 12,659 females.
How many households are there in Karavaloor (Part)?
There are 6,385 households in Karavaloor (Part).
What is the literacy rate in Karavaloor (Part)?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Karavaloor (Part) is 86.88%. Male literacy is 87.49% and female literacy is 86.33%.