Moonilavu - Meenachil, Kottayam
Moonilavu is a village situated in the Meenachil taluka of Kottayam district, Kerala. It is located approximately 20 km from the tehsil headquarters in Palai and around 50 km from the district headquarters in Kottayam. Moonilavu village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Moonilavu is 628120. The village covers a total geographical area of 3072 hectares and falls under the 686586 pincode. Palai is the nearest town, located about 20 km away.
Moonilavu village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Pala Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Kottayam Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Moonilavu
As per Census 2011, Moonilavu village has a total population of 9,213 people, consisting of 4,654 males and 4,559 females. The village has 2,223 households and a sex ratio of 979 females per 1,000 males. There are 830 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 8,212 literate and 1,001 illiterate residents. Additionally, 311 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 2,525 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Moonilavu are given below:
| Category | 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 |
Nearby Villages of Moonilavu
Moonilavu 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 Moonilavu
Moonilavu is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Palai to Moonilavu is about 20 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Kottayam to Moonilavu is about 50 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.4 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Moonilavu
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Moonilavu 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 Moonilavu
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Moonilavu village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Moonilavu
Where is Moonilavu located?
Moonilavu village is located in Meenachil Taluka, Kottayam district, Kerala, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Moonilavu?
Moonilavu is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Moonilavu?
The pincode of Moonilavu is 686586.
What is the population of Moonilavu?
Moonilavu has a total population of 9,213, including 4,654 males and 4,559 females.
How many households are there in Moonilavu?
There are 2,223 households in Moonilavu.
What is the literacy rate in Moonilavu?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Moonilavu is 89.13%. Male literacy is 89.02% and female literacy is 89.25%.