Edakkunnam
About Edakkunnam
According to Census 2011 information the location code or village code of Edakkunnam village is 628196. Edakkunnam village is 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.
The total geographical area of village is 3175 hectares. Edakkunnam has a total population of 21,138 peoples, out of which male population is 10,543 while female population is 10,595. This results in a sex ratio of approximately 1004 females for every 1,000 males. Literacy rate of edakkunnam village is 87.71% out of which 87.94% males and 87.48% females are literate. There are about 5,108 houses in edakkunnam village. Pincode of edakkunnam village locality is 686512.
When it comes to administration, Edakkunnam village is governed by a Sarpanch, who is an elected representative (Head of Village) chosen through local elections, as per the Constitution of India and the Panchayati Raj Act. As per 2019 stats, Edakkunnam village comes under Poonjar Vidhan Sabha constituency & Pathanamthitta Lok Sabha constituency. Kottayam is nearest town to edakkunnam village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 49km away.
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Population of Edakkunnam
The population details of Edakkunnam cover important figures like total population, male and female population, children aged 0–6 years, and the number of literate and illiterate people. It also shows how many residents belong to Scheduled Castes and Scheduled Tribes. These details help in understanding the village structure, education level, and community groups.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 21,138 | 10,543 | 10,595 |
| Child Population (Age 0–6) | 2,105 | 1,085 | 1,020 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) Population | 1,323 | 670 | 653 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) Population | 503 | 251 | 252 |
| Literate Population | 18,541 | 9,272 | 9,269 |
| Illiterate Population | 2,597 | 1,271 | 1,326 |
Connectivity of Edakkunnam
| 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 |
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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%.