Kurichithanam
Kurichithanam 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 25km away from district headquarter Kottayam. As per 2009 stats, Marangattupilly is the gram panchayat of Kurichithanam village.
Here you can discover what makes Kurichithanam unique in its vibrant Meenachil-Kottayam region. You’ll see Kurichithanam’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 Kurichithanam
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Kurichithanam is 628127. The village spans a total geographical area of 1532 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 686634. Palai is nearest town to Kurichithanam village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 10km away.
When it comes to local governance, Kurichithanam 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.
Google Map of Kurichithanam
Population of Kurichithanam
According to the 2011 Census, Kurichithanam has a total population of about 9,383, with approximately 4,734 males and 4,649 females. The sex ratio is around 982 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 766 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 482 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 24. The overall literacy rate is approximately 88.89%, with male literacy at about 88.89% and female literacy near 88.90%. There are around 2,302 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Kurichithanam's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 9,383 | 4,734 | 4,649 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 766 | 389 | 377 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 482 | 247 | 235 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 24 | 9 | 15 |
| Literate Population | 8,341 | 4,208 | 4,133 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,042 | 526 | 516 |
Connectivity of Kurichithanam
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Kurichithanam. As per the 2011 stats, Kurichithanam 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 Kurichithanam
Knowing the nearby villages of Kurichithanam helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Kurichithanam.
Frequently Asked Questions about Kurichithanam
- Where is Kurichithanam located?
- Kurichithanam village is situated in Meenachil Taluka, within the Kottayam district of Kerala, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Kurichithanam?
- The Gram Panchayat of Kurichithanam is Marangattupilly (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the pincode of Kurichithanam?
- The pincode of Kurichithanam is 686634, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Kurichithanam as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Kurichithanam is 9,383, with 4,734 males and 4,649 females.
- How many households are there in Kurichithanam as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Kurichithanam village has a total of 2,302 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Kurichithanam as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Kurichithanam is 88.89%. The male literacy rate is 88.89%, while the female literacy rate is 88.90%.