Cheruvally - Kanjirappally, Kottayam
Cheruvally is a village situated in the Kanjirappally taluka of Kottayam district, Kerala. It is located approximately 15 km from the tehsil headquarters in Kanjirappally and around 41 km from the district headquarters in Kottayam. Chirakkadavu serves as the Gram Panchayat for Cheruvally village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Cheruvally is 628201. The village covers a total geographical area of 1120 hectares and falls under the 686519 pincode. Kottayam is the nearest town, located about 41 km away.
Cheruvally village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Kanjirappally Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Pathanamthitta Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Cheruvally
As per Census 2011, Cheruvally village has a total population of 6,447 people, consisting of 3,197 males and 3,250 females. The village has 1,645 households and a sex ratio of 1,016 females per 1,000 males. There are 481 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 5,882 literate and 565 illiterate residents. Additionally, 282 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 74 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Cheruvally are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 6,447 | 3,197 | 3,250 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 481 | 230 | 251 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 282 | 139 | 143 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 74 | 37 | 37 |
| Literate Population | 5,882 | 2,932 | 2,950 |
| Illiterate Population | 565 | 265 | 300 |
Nearby Villages of Cheruvally
Cheruvally 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 Cheruvally
Cheruvally is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Kottayam to Cheruvally is about 41 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.2 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Cheruvally
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Cheruvally 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 Cheruvally
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Cheruvally village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Cheruvally
Where is Cheruvally located?
Cheruvally village is located in Kanjirappally Taluka, Kottayam district, Kerala, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Cheruvally?
The Gram Panchayat of Cheruvally is Chirakkadavu.
What is the pincode of Cheruvally?
The pincode of Cheruvally is 686519.
What is the population of Cheruvally?
Cheruvally has a total population of 6,447, including 3,197 males and 3,250 females.
How many households are there in Cheruvally?
There are 1,645 households in Cheruvally.
What is the literacy rate in Cheruvally?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Cheruvally is 91.24%. Male literacy is 91.71% and female literacy is 90.77%.