Koottickal
Koottickal is a village located in Kanjirappally taluka of Kottayam district in Kerala, India. It is situated 25km away from sub-district headquarter Kanjirappally (tehsildar office) and 65km away from district headquarter Kottayam. As per 2009 stats, Koottickal village is also a gram panchayat.
Koottickal 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 Koottickal
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Koottickal is 628194. The village spans a total geographical area of 3210 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 686514. Palai is nearest town to Koottickal village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 46km away.
When it comes to local governance, Koottickal 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 Koottickal
Population of Koottickal
Below is a concise population overview of Koottickal 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 | 10,442 | 5,184 | 5,258 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 981 | 472 | 509 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 879 | 435 | 444 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 221 | 118 | 103 |
| Literate Population | 9,149 | 4,609 | 4,540 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,293 | 575 | 718 |
Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Koottickal village:
- The total population of Koottickal village is around 10,442, including approximately 5,184 males and 5,258 females, with a sex ratio of 1014 females per 1,000 males.
- There are about 981 children aged 0–6 years in Koottickal village, reflecting the young population in the village.
- Koottickal village has 879 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC) and 221 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
- The literacy rate of Koottickal village is about 87.62%, with male literacy at 88.91% and female literacy at 86.34%.
- There are around 2,602 households in Koottickal village.
Connectivity of Koottickal
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Koottickal. As per the 2011 stats, Koottickal 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 Koottickal
Knowing the nearby villages of Koottickal helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Koottickal.
Frequently Asked Questions about Koottickal
- Where is Koottickal located?
- Koottickal village is situated in Kanjirappally Taluka, within the Kottayam district of Kerala, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Koottickal?
- Koottickal serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
- What is the pincode of Koottickal?
- The pincode of Koottickal is 686514, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Koottickal as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Koottickal is 10,442, with 5,184 males and 5,258 females.
- How many households are there in Koottickal as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Koottickal village has a total of 2,602 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Koottickal as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Koottickal is 87.62%. The male literacy rate is 88.91%, while the female literacy rate is 86.34%.