Kurichithanam Village - Meenachil, Kottayam
Kurichithanam is a village situated in the Meenachil taluka of Kottayam district, Kerala. It is located approximately 13 km from the tehsil headquarters in Palai and around 25 km from the district headquarters in Kottayam. Marangattupilly serves as the Gram Panchayat for Kurichithanam village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Kurichithanam is 628127. The village covers a total geographical area of 1532 hectares and falls under the 686634 pincode. Palai is the nearest town, located about 10 km away.
Kurichithanam 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 Kurichithanam
As per Census 2011, Kurichithanam village has a total population of 9,383 people, consisting of 4,734 males and 4,649 females. The village has 2,302 households and a sex ratio of 982 females per 1,000 males. There are 766 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 8,341 literate and 1,042 illiterate residents. Additionally, 482 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 24 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Kurichithanam are given below:
| 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 |
Nearby Villages of Kurichithanam
Kurichithanam is surrounded by several neighbouring villages in various directions. The table below lists these nearby villages along with their approximate aerial (straight-line) distances and directions from the village:
| Nearby Village | Direction | Approx. Distance (Aerial) |
|---|---|---|
| Elackad | South | 3.24 km |
| Uzhavoor | North | 3.81 km |
| Vallichira | East | 4.46 km |
| Monippally | North-West | 5.24 km |
| Vellilappally | North-East | 6.90 km |
| Kidangoor | South | 7.73 km |
| Kanakkari | South-West | 8.26 km |
| Lalam (part) | East | 9.04 km |
| Ramapuram | North-East | 9.28 km |
| Elanji | North-West | 10.63 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Kurichithanam
Kurichithanam is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Kuruppanthara, while the nearest airport is Willingdon Island Air Base, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 31.6 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | Available within >10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Palai to Kurichithanam is about 10 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Kottayam to Kurichithanam is about 25 km, with the usual travel time around 30-60 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Kurichithanam
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Kurichithanam 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 Kurichithanam
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Kurichithanam village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within <1 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | Yes | Available within village |
FAQs about Kurichithanam
Where is Kurichithanam located?
Kurichithanam village is located in Meenachil Taluka, Kottayam district, Kerala, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Kurichithanam?
The Gram Panchayat of Kurichithanam is Marangattupilly.
What is the pincode of Kurichithanam?
The pincode of Kurichithanam is 686634.
What is the population of Kurichithanam?
Kurichithanam has a total population of 9,383, including 4,734 males and 4,649 females.
How many households are there in Kurichithanam?
There are 2,302 households in Kurichithanam.
What is the literacy rate in Kurichithanam?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Kurichithanam is 88.89%. Male literacy is 88.89% and female literacy is 88.90%.