Thottackad
Thottackad is a village located in Changanassery taluka of Kottayam district in Kerala, India. It is situated 15km away from sub-district headquarter Changanassery (tehsildar office) and 16km away from district headquarter Kottayam. As per 2009 stats, Vakathanam is the gram panchayat of Thottackad village.
Thottackad has its own place in the vibrant Kottayam region. In the following sections, you’ll find details about population, literacy, households, children, caste data, area, pincode, local governance, nearby villages, connectivity, and more.
About Thottackad
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Thottackad is 628185. The village spans a total geographical area of 1190 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 686539. Changanassery is nearest town to Thottackad village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 13km away.
When it comes to local governance, Thottackad village is administered by a Sarpanch, the elected head of the village, in accordance with the Constitution of India and the Panchayati Raj Act. The village falls under the Puthuppally Vidhan Sabha constituency for state-level representation and the Kottayam Lok Sabha constituency for national parliamentary elections. The local administration is responsible for civic services and development within the village.
Google Map of Thottackad
Population of Thottackad
Below is a concise population overview of Thottackad as per the Census 2011 data. The table highlights the key population metrics categorized by gender and social groups.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 13,990 | 6,841 | 7,149 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 1,190 | 588 | 602 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 948 | 467 | 481 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 115 | 55 | 60 |
| Literate Population | 12,579 | 6,146 | 6,433 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,411 | 695 | 716 |
Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Thottackad village:
- The total population of Thottackad village is around 13,990, including approximately 6,841 males and 7,149 females, with a sex ratio of 1045 females per 1,000 males.
- There are about 1,190 children aged 0–6 years in Thottackad village, reflecting the young population in the village.
- Thottackad village has 948 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC) and 115 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
- The literacy rate of Thottackad village is about 89.91%, with male literacy at 89.84% and female literacy at 89.98%.
- There are around 3,476 households in Thottackad village.
Connectivity of Thottackad
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Thottackad. As per the 2011 stats, Thottackad 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 within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Thottackad
Knowing the nearby villages of Thottackad helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Thottackad.
Frequently Asked Questions about Thottackad
- Where is Thottackad located?
- Thottackad village is situated in Changanassery Taluka, within the Kottayam district of Kerala, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Thottackad?
- The Gram Panchayat of Thottackad is Vakathanam (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the pincode of Thottackad?
- The pincode of Thottackad is 686539, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Thottackad as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Thottackad is 13,990, with 6,841 males and 7,149 females.
- How many households are there in Thottackad as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Thottackad village has a total of 3,476 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Thottackad as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Thottackad is 89.91%. The male literacy rate is 89.84%, while the female literacy rate is 89.98%.