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.
Here you can discover what makes Thottackad unique in its vibrant Changanassery-Kottayam region. You’ll see Thottackad’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 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
According to the 2011 Census, Thottackad has a total population of about 13,990, with approximately 6,841 males and 7,149 females. The sex ratio is around 1045 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 1,190 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 948 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 115. The overall literacy rate is approximately 89.91%, with male literacy at about 89.84% and female literacy near 89.98%. There are around 3,476 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Thottackad's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| 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 |
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%.