Thottackad - Changanassery, Kottayam
Thottackad is a village situated in the Changanassery taluka of Kottayam district, Kerala. It is located approximately 15 km from the tehsil headquarters in Changanassery and around 16 km from the district headquarters in Kottayam. Vakathanam serves as the GRAMA PANCHAYAT for Thottackad village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Thottackad is 628185. The village covers a total geographical area of 1190 hectares and falls under the 686539 pincode. Changanassery is the nearest town, located about 13 km away.
Thottackad village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a President serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Puthuppally Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Kottayam Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Thottackad
According to the 2011 Census, Thottackad village had a total population of 13,990 people, including 6,841 males and 7,149 females, living in 3,476 households. The sex ratio was 1,045 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 98.27%, with male literacy at 98.29% and female literacy at 98.26%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 948, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 115.
The table below presents a detailed demographic breakdown of the village, including separate male and female figures for each population category.
| Category | 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 |
Nearby Villages of Thottackad
Thottackad 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 Thottackad
Thottackad 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 Thottackad.
| 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 Changanassery to Thottackad is about 13 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Kottayam to Thottackad is about 16 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 Thottackad
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Thottackad 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 Thottackad
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Thottackad village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Thottackad
Where is Thottackad located?
Thottackad village is located in Changanassery Taluka, Kottayam district, Kerala, India.
What is the GRAMA PANCHAYAT of Thottackad?
The GRAMA PANCHAYAT of Thottackad is Vakathanam.
What is the pincode of Thottackad?
The pincode of Thottackad is 686539.
What is the population of Thottackad?
Thottackad had a total population of 13,990, including 6,841 males and 7,149 females.
How many households are there in Thottackad?
Thottackad had 3,476 households.
What is the literacy rate in Thottackad?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Thottackad was 98.27%. Male literacy was 98.29% and female literacy was 98.26%.