Elikkulam

Elikkulam is a village located in Kanjirappally taluka of Kottayam district in Kerala, India. It is situated 17km away from sub-district headquarter Kanjirappally (tehsildar office) and 46km away from district headquarter Kottayam. As per 2009 stats, Elikulam is the gram panchayat of Elikkulam village.

Elikkulam 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 Elikkulam

According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Elikkulam is 628198. The village spans a total geographical area of 1895 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 686577. Palai is nearest town to Elikkulam village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 10km away.

When it comes to local governance, Elikkulam 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 Pala 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.

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Population of Elikkulam

Below is a concise population overview of Elikkulam as per the Census 2011 data. The table highlights the key population metrics categorized by gender and social groups.

ParticularsTotalMaleFemale
Total Population 10,419 5,147 5,272
Child Population (0–6 yrs) 934 483 451
Scheduled Castes (SC) 355 170 185
Scheduled Tribes (ST) 12 7 5
Literate Population 9,308 4,591 4,717
Illiterate Population 1,111 556 555

Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Elikkulam village:

  • The total population of Elikkulam village is around 10,419, including approximately 5,147 males and 5,272 females, with a sex ratio of 1024 females per 1,000 males.
  • There are about 934 children aged 0–6 years in Elikkulam village, reflecting the young population in the village.
  • Elikkulam village has 355 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC) and 12 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
  • The literacy rate of Elikkulam village is about 89.34%, with male literacy at 89.20% and female literacy at 89.47%.
  • There are around 2,458 households in Elikkulam village.

Connectivity of Elikkulam

Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Elikkulam. As per the 2011 stats, Elikkulam 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 Elikkulam

Knowing the nearby villages of Elikkulam helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Elikkulam.

Frequently Asked Questions about Elikkulam

Where is Elikkulam located?
Elikkulam village is situated in Kanjirappally Taluka, within the Kottayam district of Kerala, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Elikkulam?
The Gram Panchayat of Elikkulam is Elikulam (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
What is the pincode of Elikkulam?
The pincode of Elikkulam is 686577, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
What is the population of Elikkulam as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Elikkulam is 10,419, with 5,147 males and 5,272 females.
How many households are there in Elikkulam as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Elikkulam village has a total of 2,458 households.
What is the literacy rate in Elikkulam as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Elikkulam is 89.34%. The male literacy rate is 89.20%, while the female literacy rate is 89.47%.