Bharananganam
Bharananganam is a village located in Meenachil taluka of Kottayam district in Kerala, India. It is situated 5km away from sub-district headquarter Palai (tehsildar office) and 35km away from district headquarter Kottayam. As per 2009 stats, Bharananganam village is also a gram panchayat.
Here you can discover what makes Bharananganam unique in its vibrant Meenachil-Kottayam region. You’ll see Bharananganam’s rich profile with demographics like population, households, literacy, sex ratio, kids, castes etc., geographical details like satellite map, area, pincode, plus local governance through gram panchayat, broader constituencies, nearby villages, connectivity, and answers to common questions.
About Bharananganam
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Bharananganam is 628124. The village spans a total geographical area of 3186 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 686578. Palai is nearest town to Bharananganam village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 5km away.
When it comes to local governance, Bharananganam 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.
Google Map of Bharananganam
Population of Bharananganam
According to the 2011 Census, Bharananganam has a total population of about 17,149, with approximately 8,520 males and 8,629 females. The sex ratio is around 1012 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 1,541 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 750 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 74. The overall literacy rate is approximately 89.49%, with male literacy at about 89.41% and female literacy near 89.57%. There are around 3,966 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Bharananganam's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 17,149 | 8,520 | 8,629 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 1,541 | 784 | 757 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 750 | 368 | 382 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 74 | 40 | 34 |
| Literate Population | 15,347 | 7,618 | 7,729 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,802 | 902 | 900 |
Connectivity of Bharananganam
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Bharananganam. As per the 2011 stats, Bharananganam 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 Bharananganam
Knowing the nearby villages of Bharananganam helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Bharananganam.
Frequently Asked Questions about Bharananganam
- Where is Bharananganam located?
- Bharananganam village is situated in Meenachil Taluka, within the Kottayam district of Kerala, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Bharananganam?
- Bharananganam serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
- What is the pincode of Bharananganam?
- The pincode of Bharananganam is 686578, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Bharananganam as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Bharananganam is 17,149, with 8,520 males and 8,629 females.
- How many households are there in Bharananganam as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Bharananganam village has a total of 3,966 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Bharananganam as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Bharananganam is 89.49%. The male literacy rate is 89.41%, while the female literacy rate is 89.57%.