Poonjar Thekkekara
Poonjar Thekkekara is a village located in Meenachil taluka of Kottayam district in Kerala, India. It is situated 15km away from sub-district headquarter Palai (tehsildar office) and 43km away from district headquarter Kottayam. As per 2009 stats, Poonjar Thekkekara village is also a gram panchayat.
Poonjar Thekkekara has its own place in the vibrant Kottayam region. In the following sections, you’ll find details about population, literacy, households, children, caste data, area, pincode, local governance, nearby villages, connectivity, and more.
About Poonjar Thekkekara
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Poonjar Thekkekara is 628136. The village spans a total geographical area of 5562 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 686582. Palai is nearest town to Poonjar Thekkekara village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 15km away.
When it comes to local governance, Poonjar Thekkekara 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 Poonjar Vidhan Sabha constituency for state-level representation and the Pathanamthitta Lok Sabha constituency for national parliamentary elections. The local administration is responsible for civic services and development within the village.
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Population of Poonjar Thekkekara
Below is a concise population overview of Poonjar Thekkekara as per the Census 2011 data. The table highlights the key population metrics categorized by gender and social groups.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 19,470 | 9,660 | 9,810 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 1,761 | 889 | 872 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 963 | 456 | 507 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 361 | 182 | 179 |
| Literate Population | 17,278 | 8,585 | 8,693 |
| Illiterate Population | 2,192 | 1,075 | 1,117 |
Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Poonjar Thekkekara village:
- The total population of Poonjar Thekkekara village is around 19,470, including approximately 9,660 males and 9,810 females, with a sex ratio of 1015 females per 1,000 males.
- There are about 1,761 children aged 0–6 years in Poonjar Thekkekara village, reflecting the young population in the village.
- Poonjar Thekkekara village has 963 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC) and 361 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
- The literacy rate of Poonjar Thekkekara village is about 88.74%, with male literacy at 88.87% and female literacy at 88.61%.
- There are around 4,642 households in Poonjar Thekkekara village.
Connectivity of Poonjar Thekkekara
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Poonjar Thekkekara. As per the 2011 stats, Poonjar Thekkekara 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 Poonjar Thekkekara
Knowing the nearby villages of Poonjar Thekkekara helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Poonjar Thekkekara.
Frequently Asked Questions about Poonjar Thekkekara
- Where is Poonjar Thekkekara located?
- Poonjar Thekkekara village is situated in Meenachil Taluka, within the Kottayam district of Kerala, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Poonjar Thekkekara?
- Poonjar Thekkekara serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
- What is the pincode of Poonjar Thekkekara?
- The pincode of Poonjar Thekkekara is 686582, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Poonjar Thekkekara as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Poonjar Thekkekara is 19,470, with 9,660 males and 9,810 females.
- How many households are there in Poonjar Thekkekara as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Poonjar Thekkekara village has a total of 4,642 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Poonjar Thekkekara as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Poonjar Thekkekara is 88.74%. The male literacy rate is 88.87%, while the female literacy rate is 88.61%.