Chengalam East
Chengalam East is a village located in Kottayam taluka of Kottayam district in Kerala, India. It is situated 28km away from Kottayam, which is both district & sub-district headquarter of Chengalam East village. As per 2009 stats, Akalakunnam is the gram panchayat of Chengalam East village.
Chengalam East 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 Chengalam East
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Chengalam East is 628161. The village spans a total geographical area of 1144 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 686585. Palai is nearest town to Chengalam East village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 15km away.
When it comes to local governance, Chengalam East 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 Puthuppally 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 Chengalam East
Below is a concise population overview of Chengalam East 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 | 5,226 | 2,519 | 2,707 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 446 | 218 | 228 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 130 | 61 | 69 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 11 | 6 | 5 |
| Literate Population | 4,661 | 2,240 | 2,421 |
| Illiterate Population | 565 | 279 | 286 |
Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Chengalam East village:
- The total population of Chengalam East village is around 5,226, including approximately 2,519 males and 2,707 females, with a sex ratio of 1074 females per 1,000 males.
- There are about 446 children aged 0–6 years in Chengalam East village, reflecting the young population in the village.
- Chengalam East village has 130 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC) and 11 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
- The literacy rate of Chengalam East village is about 89.19%, with male literacy at 88.92% and female literacy at 89.43%.
- There are around 1,215 households in Chengalam East village.
Connectivity of Chengalam East
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Chengalam East. As per the 2011 stats, Chengalam East 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 Chengalam East
Knowing the nearby villages of Chengalam East helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Chengalam East.
Frequently Asked Questions about Chengalam East
- Where is Chengalam East located?
- Chengalam East village is situated in Kottayam Taluka, within the Kottayam district of Kerala, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Chengalam East?
- The Gram Panchayat of Chengalam East is Akalakunnam (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the pincode of Chengalam East?
- The pincode of Chengalam East is 686585, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Chengalam East as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Chengalam East is 5,226, with 2,519 males and 2,707 females.
- How many households are there in Chengalam East as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Chengalam East village has a total of 1,215 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Chengalam East as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Chengalam East is 89.19%. The male literacy rate is 88.92%, while the female literacy rate is 89.43%.