Kuravilangad - Meenachil, Kottayam
Kuravilangad is a village situated in the Meenachil taluka of Kottayam district, Kerala. It is located approximately 16 km from the tehsil headquarters in Palai and around 35 km from the district headquarters in Kottayam. Kuravilangad village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Kuravilangad is 628128. The village covers a total geographical area of 2315 hectares and falls under the 686633 pincode. Palai is the nearest town, located about 16 km away.
Kuravilangad village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Kaduthuruthy Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Kottayam Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Kuravilangad
As per Census 2011, Kuravilangad village has a total population of 18,033 people, consisting of 8,862 males and 9,171 females. The village has 4,381 households and a sex ratio of 1,034 females per 1,000 males. There are 1,564 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 16,060 literate and 1,973 illiterate residents. Additionally, 712 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 93 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Kuravilangad are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 18,033 | 8,862 | 9,171 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 1,564 | 797 | 767 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 712 | 337 | 375 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 93 | 44 | 49 |
| Literate Population | 16,060 | 7,916 | 8,144 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,973 | 946 | 1,027 |
Nearby Villages of Kuravilangad
Kuravilangad is surrounded by several nearby villages in its surroundings. These villages are part of the local area and are commonly connected through local routes and daily movement of people.
Transport and Connectivity of Kuravilangad
Kuravilangad is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is located within 5-10 km of Kuravilangad.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | Available within 5-10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Palai to Kuravilangad is about 16 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Kottayam to Kuravilangad is about 35 km, with the usual travel time around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Kuravilangad
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Kuravilangad village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | Yes | Available within village |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Kuravilangad
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Kuravilangad village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | Yes | Available within village |
FAQs about Kuravilangad
Where is Kuravilangad located?
Kuravilangad village is located in Meenachil Taluka, Kottayam district, Kerala, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Kuravilangad?
Kuravilangad is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Kuravilangad?
The pincode of Kuravilangad is 686633.
What is the population of Kuravilangad?
Kuravilangad has a total population of 18,033, including 8,862 males and 9,171 females.
How many households are there in Kuravilangad?
There are 4,381 households in Kuravilangad.
What is the literacy rate in Kuravilangad?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Kuravilangad is 89.06%. Male literacy is 89.33% and female literacy is 88.80%.