Poovarany - Meenachil, Kottayam
Poovarany is a village situated in the Meenachil taluka of Kottayam district, Kerala. It is located approximately 8 km from the tehsil headquarters in Palai and around 38 km from the district headquarters in Kottayam. Meenachil serves as the Gram Panchayat for Poovarany village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Poovarany is 628134. The village covers a total geographical area of 2773 hectares and falls under the 686577 pincode. Palai is the nearest town, located about 8 km away.
Poovarany 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 Poovarany
As per Census 2011, Poovarany village has a total population of 16,102 people, consisting of 7,959 males and 8,143 females. The village has 3,848 households and a sex ratio of 1,023 females per 1,000 males. There are 1,449 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 14,328 literate and 1,774 illiterate residents. Additionally, 701 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 60 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Poovarany are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 16,102 | 7,959 | 8,143 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 1,449 | 750 | 699 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 701 | 350 | 351 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 60 | 27 | 33 |
| Literate Population | 14,328 | 7,063 | 7,265 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,774 | 896 | 878 |
Nearby Villages of Poovarany
Poovarany 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 Poovarany
Poovarany 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 Poovarany is about 8 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Kottayam to Poovarany is about 38 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 Poovarany
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Poovarany 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 Poovarany
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Poovarany village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Poovarany
Where is Poovarany located?
Poovarany village is located in Meenachil Taluka, Kottayam district, Kerala, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Poovarany?
The Gram Panchayat of Poovarany is Meenachil.
What is the pincode of Poovarany?
The pincode of Poovarany is 686577.
What is the population of Poovarany?
Poovarany has a total population of 16,102, including 7,959 males and 8,143 females.
How many households are there in Poovarany?
There are 3,848 households in Poovarany.
What is the literacy rate in Poovarany?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Poovarany is 88.98%. Male literacy is 88.74% and female literacy is 89.22%.