Moonilavu
Moonilavu is a village located in Meenachil taluka of Kottayam district in Kerala, India. It is situated 20km away from sub-district headquarter Palai (tehsildar office) and 50km away from district headquarter Kottayam. As per 2009 stats, Moonilavu village is also a gram panchayat.
Here you can discover what makes Moonilavu unique in its vibrant Meenachil-Kottayam region. You’ll see Moonilavu’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 Moonilavu
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Moonilavu is 628120. The village spans a total geographical area of 3072 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 686586. Palai is nearest town to Moonilavu village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 20km away.
When it comes to local governance, Moonilavu 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 Moonilavu
Population of Moonilavu
According to the 2011 Census, Moonilavu has a total population of about 9,213, with approximately 4,654 males and 4,559 females. The sex ratio is around 979 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 830 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 311 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 2,525. The overall literacy rate is approximately 89.13%, with male literacy at about 89.02% and female literacy near 89.25%. There are around 2,223 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Moonilavu's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 9,213 | 4,654 | 4,559 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 830 | 444 | 386 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 311 | 158 | 153 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 2,525 | 1,292 | 1,233 |
| Literate Population | 8,212 | 4,143 | 4,069 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,001 | 511 | 490 |
Connectivity of Moonilavu
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Moonilavu. As per the 2011 stats, Moonilavu 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 Moonilavu
Knowing the nearby villages of Moonilavu helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Moonilavu.
Frequently Asked Questions about Moonilavu
- Where is Moonilavu located?
- Moonilavu village is situated in Meenachil Taluka, within the Kottayam district of Kerala, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Moonilavu?
- Moonilavu serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
- What is the pincode of Moonilavu?
- The pincode of Moonilavu is 686586, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Moonilavu as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Moonilavu is 9,213, with 4,654 males and 4,559 females.
- How many households are there in Moonilavu as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Moonilavu village has a total of 2,223 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Moonilavu as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Moonilavu is 89.13%. The male literacy rate is 89.02%, while the female literacy rate is 89.25%.