Monippally - Meenachil, Kottayam
Monippally is a village situated in the Meenachil taluka of Kottayam district, Kerala. It is located approximately 19 km from the tehsil headquarters in Palai and around 28 km from the district headquarters in Kottayam. Marangattupilly serves as the Gram Panchayat for Monippally village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Monippally is 628114. The village covers a total geographical area of 2081 hectares and falls under the 686636 pincode. Palai is the nearest town, located about 19 km away.
Monippally 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 Monippally
As per Census 2011, Monippally village has a total population of 10,733 people, consisting of 5,253 males and 5,480 females. The village has 2,708 households and a sex ratio of 1,043 females per 1,000 males. There are 878 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 9,512 literate and 1,221 illiterate residents. Additionally, 621 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 37 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Monippally are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 10,733 | 5,253 | 5,480 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 878 | 434 | 444 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 621 | 307 | 314 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 37 | 17 | 20 |
| Literate Population | 9,512 | 4,693 | 4,819 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,221 | 560 | 661 |
Nearby Villages of Monippally
Monippally 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Uzhavoor | East | 3.73 km |
| Kurichithanam | South-East | 5.24 km |
| Elanji | North-West | 5.40 km |
| Koothattukulam | North | 7.12 km |
| Elackad | South | 7.74 km |
| Vallichira | South-East | 9.13 km |
| Vellilappally | East | 9.25 km |
| Ramapuram | East | 9.48 km |
| Mulakulam | West | 9.54 km |
| Kaduthuruthy | West | 10.46 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Monippally
Monippally 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 28.1 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 Monippally is about 19 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Kottayam to Monippally is about 28 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 Monippally
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Monippally village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Monippally
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Monippally village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Monippally
Where is Monippally located?
Monippally village is located in Meenachil Taluka, Kottayam district, Kerala, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Monippally?
The Gram Panchayat of Monippally is Marangattupilly.
What is the pincode of Monippally?
The pincode of Monippally is 686636.
What is the population of Monippally?
Monippally has a total population of 10,733, including 5,253 males and 5,480 females.
How many households are there in Monippally?
There are 2,708 households in Monippally.
What is the literacy rate in Monippally?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Monippally is 88.62%. Male literacy is 89.34% and female literacy is 87.94%.