Poonjar Vadakkekara

Poonjar Vadakkekara is a village located in Meenachil taluka of Kottayam district in Kerala, India. It is situated 22km away from sub-district headquarter Palai (tehsildar office) and 53km away from district headquarter Kottayam. As per 2009 stats, Thalanad is the gram panchayat of Poonjar Vadakkekara village.

Here you can discover what makes Poonjar Vadakkekara unique in its vibrant Meenachil-Kottayam region. You’ll see Poonjar Vadakkekara’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 Poonjar Vadakkekara

According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Poonjar Vadakkekara is 628121. The village spans a total geographical area of 3573 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 686580. Palai is nearest town to Poonjar Vadakkekara village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 24km away.

When it comes to local governance, Poonjar Vadakkekara 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 Vadakkekara

According to the 2011 Census, Poonjar Vadakkekara has a total population of about 8,222, with approximately 4,074 males and 4,148 females. The sex ratio is around 1018 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 763 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 351 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 1,067. The overall literacy rate is approximately 88.19%, with male literacy at about 88.66% and female literacy near 87.73%. There are around 1,997 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Poonjar Vadakkekara's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.

ParticularsTotalMaleFemale
Total Population 8,222 4,074 4,148
Child Population (0–6 yrs) 763 390 373
Scheduled Castes (SC) 351 168 183
Scheduled Tribes (ST) 1,067 543 524
Literate Population 7,251 3,612 3,639
Illiterate Population 971 462 509

Connectivity of Poonjar Vadakkekara

Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Poonjar Vadakkekara. As per the 2011 stats, Poonjar Vadakkekara 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 Vadakkekara

Knowing the nearby villages of Poonjar Vadakkekara helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Poonjar Vadakkekara.

Frequently Asked Questions about Poonjar Vadakkekara

Where is Poonjar Vadakkekara located?
Poonjar Vadakkekara village is situated in Meenachil Taluka, within the Kottayam district of Kerala, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Poonjar Vadakkekara?
The Gram Panchayat of Poonjar Vadakkekara is Thalanad (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
What is the pincode of Poonjar Vadakkekara?
The pincode of Poonjar Vadakkekara is 686580, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
What is the population of Poonjar Vadakkekara as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Poonjar Vadakkekara is 8,222, with 4,074 males and 4,148 females.
How many households are there in Poonjar Vadakkekara as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Poonjar Vadakkekara village has a total of 1,997 households.
What is the literacy rate in Poonjar Vadakkekara as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Poonjar Vadakkekara is 88.19%. The male literacy rate is 88.66%, while the female literacy rate is 87.73%.