Arpookara
Arpookara is a village located in Kottayam taluka of Kottayam district in Kerala, India. It is situated 12km away from Kottayam, which is both district & sub-district headquarter of Arpookara village. As per 2009 stats, Arpookara village is also a gram panchayat.
Arpookara 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 Arpookara
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Arpookara is 628155. The village spans a total geographical area of 2340 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 686008. Kottayam is nearest town to Arpookara village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 10km away.
When it comes to local governance, Arpookara 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 Ettumanoor 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.
Google Map of Arpookara
Population of Arpookara
Below is a concise population overview of Arpookara 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 | 23,366 | 11,552 | 11,814 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 2,060 | 1,066 | 994 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 1,460 | 707 | 753 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 57 | 22 | 35 |
| Literate Population | 20,419 | 10,136 | 10,283 |
| Illiterate Population | 2,947 | 1,416 | 1,531 |
Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Arpookara village:
- The total population of Arpookara village is around 23,366, including approximately 11,552 males and 11,814 females, with a sex ratio of 1022 females per 1,000 males.
- There are about 2,060 children aged 0–6 years in Arpookara village, reflecting the young population in the village.
- Arpookara village has 1,460 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC) and 57 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
- The literacy rate of Arpookara village is about 87.39%, with male literacy at 87.74% and female literacy at 87.04%.
- There are around 5,641 households in Arpookara village.
Connectivity of Arpookara
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Arpookara. As per the 2011 stats, Arpookara had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within <5 km distance |
| Private Bus Service | Available within village |
| Railway Station | Available within 5 - 10 km distance |
Nearby Villages of Arpookara
Knowing the nearby villages of Arpookara helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Arpookara.
Frequently Asked Questions about Arpookara
- Where is Arpookara located?
- Arpookara village is situated in Kottayam Taluka, within the Kottayam district of Kerala, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Arpookara?
- Arpookara serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
- What is the pincode of Arpookara?
- The pincode of Arpookara is 686008, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Arpookara as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Arpookara is 23,366, with 11,552 males and 11,814 females.
- How many households are there in Arpookara as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Arpookara village has a total of 5,641 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Arpookara as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Arpookara is 87.39%. The male literacy rate is 87.74%, while the female literacy rate is 87.04%.