Elikkulam - Kanjirappally, Kottayam
Elikkulam is a village situated in the Kanjirappally taluka of Kottayam district, Kerala. It is located approximately 17 km from the tehsil headquarters in Kanjirappally and around 46 km from the district headquarters in Kottayam. Elikulam serves as the Gram Panchayat for Elikkulam village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Elikkulam is 628198. The village covers a total geographical area of 1895 hectares and falls under the 686506 pincode. Palai is the nearest town, located about 10 km away.
Elikkulam village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Pala Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Kottayam Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Elikkulam
As per Census 2011, Elikkulam village has a total population of 10,419 people, consisting of 5,147 males and 5,272 females. The village has 2,458 households and a sex ratio of 1,024 females per 1,000 males. There are 934 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 9,308 literate and 1,111 illiterate residents. Additionally, 355 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 12 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Elikkulam are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| 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 |
Nearby Villages of Elikkulam
Elikkulam 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 Elikkulam
Elikkulam 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 Palai to Elikkulam is about 10 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Kottayam to Elikkulam is about 46 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Elikkulam
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Elikkulam 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 Elikkulam
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Elikkulam 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) | Yes | Available within village |
FAQs about Elikkulam
Where is Elikkulam located?
Elikkulam village is located in Kanjirappally Taluka, Kottayam district, Kerala, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Elikkulam?
The Gram Panchayat of Elikkulam is Elikulam.
What is the pincode of Elikkulam?
The pincode of Elikkulam is 686506.
What is the population of Elikkulam?
Elikkulam has a total population of 10,419, including 5,147 males and 5,272 females.
How many households are there in Elikkulam?
There are 2,458 households in Elikkulam.
What is the literacy rate in Elikkulam?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Elikkulam is 89.34%. Male literacy is 89.20% and female literacy is 89.47%.