Kadanad
Kadanad is a village located in Meenachil taluka of Kottayam district in Kerala, India. It is situated 13km away from sub-district headquarter Palai (tehsildar office) and 45km away from district headquarter Kottayam. As per 2009 stats, Kadanad village is also a gram panchayat.
Kadanad 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 Kadanad
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Kadanad is 628118. The village spans a total geographical area of 3164 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 686654. Palai is nearest town to Kadanad village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 13km away.
When it comes to local governance, Kadanad 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 Kadanad
Population of Kadanad
Below is a concise population overview of Kadanad 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 | 14,692 | 7,312 | 7,380 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 1,292 | 661 | 631 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 671 | 342 | 329 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 158 | 82 | 76 |
| Literate Population | 12,997 | 6,493 | 6,504 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,695 | 819 | 876 |
Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Kadanad village:
- The total population of Kadanad village is around 14,692, including approximately 7,312 males and 7,380 females, with a sex ratio of 1009 females per 1,000 males.
- There are about 1,292 children aged 0–6 years in Kadanad village, reflecting the young population in the village.
- Kadanad village has 671 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC) and 158 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
- The literacy rate of Kadanad village is about 88.46%, with male literacy at 88.80% and female literacy at 88.13%.
- There are around 3,461 households in Kadanad village.
Connectivity of Kadanad
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Kadanad. As per the 2011 stats, Kadanad 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 Kadanad
Knowing the nearby villages of Kadanad helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Kadanad.
Frequently Asked Questions about Kadanad
- Where is Kadanad located?
- Kadanad village is situated in Meenachil Taluka, within the Kottayam district of Kerala, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Kadanad?
- Kadanad serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
- What is the pincode of Kadanad?
- The pincode of Kadanad is 686654, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Kadanad as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Kadanad is 14,692, with 7,312 males and 7,380 females.
- How many households are there in Kadanad as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Kadanad village has a total of 3,461 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Kadanad as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Kadanad is 88.46%. The male literacy rate is 88.80%, while the female literacy rate is 88.13%.