Edakkunnam
Edakkunnam is a village located in Kanjirappally taluka of Kottayam district in Kerala, India. It is situated 8km away from sub-district headquarter Kanjirappally (tehsildar office) and 48km away from district headquarter Kottayam. As per 2009 stats, Parathode is the gram panchayat of Edakkunnam village.
Edakkunnam 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 Edakkunnam
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Edakkunnam is 628196. The village spans a total geographical area of 3175 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 686512. Kottayam is nearest town to Edakkunnam village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 49km away.
When it comes to local governance, Edakkunnam 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 Poonjar Vidhan Sabha constituency for state-level representation and the Pathanamthitta Lok Sabha constituency for national parliamentary elections. The local administration is responsible for civic services and development within the village.
Google Map of Edakkunnam
Population of Edakkunnam
Below is a concise population overview of Edakkunnam 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 | 21,138 | 10,543 | 10,595 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 2,105 | 1,085 | 1,020 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 1,323 | 670 | 653 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 503 | 251 | 252 |
| Literate Population | 18,541 | 9,272 | 9,269 |
| Illiterate Population | 2,597 | 1,271 | 1,326 |
Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Edakkunnam village:
- The total population of Edakkunnam village is around 21,138, including approximately 10,543 males and 10,595 females, with a sex ratio of 1004 females per 1,000 males.
- There are about 2,105 children aged 0–6 years in Edakkunnam village, reflecting the young population in the village.
- Edakkunnam village has 1,323 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC) and 503 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
- The literacy rate of Edakkunnam village is about 87.71%, with male literacy at 87.94% and female literacy at 87.48%.
- There are around 5,108 households in Edakkunnam village.
Connectivity of Edakkunnam
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Edakkunnam. As per the 2011 stats, Edakkunnam 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 Edakkunnam
Knowing the nearby villages of Edakkunnam helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Edakkunnam.
Frequently Asked Questions about Edakkunnam
- Where is Edakkunnam located?
- Edakkunnam village is situated in Kanjirappally Taluka, within the Kottayam district of Kerala, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Edakkunnam?
- The Gram Panchayat of Edakkunnam is Parathode (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the pincode of Edakkunnam?
- The pincode of Edakkunnam is 686512, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Edakkunnam as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Edakkunnam is 21,138, with 10,543 males and 10,595 females.
- How many households are there in Edakkunnam as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Edakkunnam village has a total of 5,108 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Edakkunnam as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Edakkunnam is 87.71%. The male literacy rate is 87.94%, while the female literacy rate is 87.48%.