Elackad
Elackad is a village located in Meenachil taluka of Kottayam district in Kerala, India. It is situated 24km away from sub-district headquarter Palai (tehsildar office) and 29km away from district headquarter Kottayam. As per 2009 stats, Marangattupilly is the gram panchayat of Elackad village.
Elackad 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 Elackad
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Elackad is 628130. The village spans a total geographical area of 2311 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 686635. Palai is nearest town to Elackad village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 11km away.
When it comes to local governance, Elackad 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 Kaduthuruthy 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 Elackad
Below is a concise population overview of Elackad 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 | 13,333 | 6,587 | 6,746 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 1,061 | 527 | 534 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 1,420 | 668 | 752 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 48 | 23 | 25 |
| Literate Population | 12,009 | 5,970 | 6,039 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,324 | 617 | 707 |
Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Elackad village:
- The total population of Elackad village is around 13,333, including approximately 6,587 males and 6,746 females, with a sex ratio of 1024 females per 1,000 males.
- There are about 1,061 children aged 0–6 years in Elackad village, reflecting the young population in the village.
- Elackad village has 1,420 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC) and 48 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
- The literacy rate of Elackad village is about 90.07%, with male literacy at 90.63% and female literacy at 89.52%.
- There are around 3,249 households in Elackad village.
Connectivity of Elackad
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Elackad. As per the 2011 stats, Elackad 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 Elackad
Knowing the nearby villages of Elackad helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Elackad.
Frequently Asked Questions about Elackad
- Where is Elackad located?
- Elackad village is situated in Meenachil Taluka, within the Kottayam district of Kerala, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Elackad?
- The Gram Panchayat of Elackad is Marangattupilly (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the pincode of Elackad?
- The pincode of Elackad is 686635, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Elackad as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Elackad is 13,333, with 6,587 males and 6,746 females.
- How many households are there in Elackad as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Elackad village has a total of 3,249 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Elackad as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Elackad is 90.07%. The male literacy rate is 90.63%, while the female literacy rate is 89.52%.