Madappally - Changanassery, Kottayam
Madappally is a village situated in the Changanassery taluka of Kottayam district, Kerala. It is located approximately 6 km from the tehsil headquarters in Changanassery and around 20 km from the district headquarters in Kottayam. Madappally village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Madappally is 628184. The village covers a total geographical area of 2402 hectares and falls under the 686536 pincode. Changanassery is the nearest town, located about 6 km away.
Madappally village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Changanassery Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Mavelikkara Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Madappally
As per Census 2011, Madappally village has a total population of 35,176 people, consisting of 17,158 males and 18,018 females. The village has 8,765 households and a sex ratio of 1,050 females per 1,000 males. There are 3,259 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 31,273 literate and 3,903 illiterate residents. Additionally, 4,088 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 131 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Madappally are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 35,176 | 17,158 | 18,018 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 3,259 | 1,666 | 1,593 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 4,088 | 2,003 | 2,085 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 131 | 70 | 61 |
| Literate Population | 31,273 | 15,272 | 16,001 |
| Illiterate Population | 3,903 | 1,886 | 2,017 |
Nearby Villages of Madappally
Madappally 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 Madappally
Madappally is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is located within 5-10 km of Madappally.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | Available within 5-10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Changanassery to Madappally is about 6 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Kottayam to Madappally is about 20 km, with the usual travel time around 30-60 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Madappally
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Madappally 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 Madappally
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Madappally village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Madappally
Where is Madappally located?
Madappally village is located in Changanassery Taluka, Kottayam district, Kerala, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Madappally?
Madappally is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Madappally?
The pincode of Madappally is 686536.
What is the population of Madappally?
Madappally has a total population of 35,176, including 17,158 males and 18,018 females.
How many households are there in Madappally?
There are 8,765 households in Madappally.
What is the literacy rate in Madappally?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Madappally is 88.90%. Male literacy is 89.01% and female literacy is 88.81%.