Thalanadu - Meenachil, Kottayam
Thalanadu is a village situated in the Meenachil taluka of Kottayam district, Kerala. It is located approximately 22 km from the tehsil headquarters in Palai and around 53 km from the district headquarters in Kottayam. Teekoy serves as the Gram Panchayat for Thalanadu village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Thalanadu is 628121. The village covers a total geographical area of 3573 hectares and falls under the 686580 pincode. Palai is the nearest town, located about 24 km away.
Thalanadu 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 Thalanadu
As per Census 2011, Thalanadu village has a total population of 8,222 people, consisting of 4,074 males and 4,148 females. The village has 1,997 households and a sex ratio of 1,018 females per 1,000 males. There are 763 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 7,251 literate and 971 illiterate residents. Additionally, 351 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 1,067 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Thalanadu are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| 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 |
Nearby Villages of Thalanadu
Thalanadu is surrounded by several neighbouring villages in various directions. The table below lists these nearby villages along with their approximate aerial (straight-line) distances and directions from the village:
| Nearby Village | Direction | Approx. Distance (Aerial) |
|---|---|---|
| Poonjar Nadubhagam | South | 5.24 km |
| Poonjar Thekkekara | South | 8.35 km |
| Melukavu | North-West | 9.77 km |
| Kudayathoor | North-West | 10.31 km |
| Vagamon | East | 10.68 km |
| Kondoor | South-West | 10.98 km |
| Bharananganam | West | 11.97 km |
| Koottickal | South-East | 12.26 km |
| Kadanad | North-West | 14.79 km |
| Idukki | North-East | 15.27 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Thalanadu
Thalanadu is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Ettumanur, while the nearest airport is Willingdon Island Air Base, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 50.0 km.
| 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 Thalanadu is about 24 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Kottayam to Thalanadu is about 53 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.5 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Thalanadu
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Thalanadu village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 1-2 km |
Health Facilities in Thalanadu
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Thalanadu village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
FAQs about Thalanadu
Where is Thalanadu located?
Thalanadu village is located in Meenachil Taluka, Kottayam district, Kerala, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Thalanadu?
The Gram Panchayat of Thalanadu is Teekoy.
What is the pincode of Thalanadu?
The pincode of Thalanadu is 686580.
What is the population of Thalanadu?
Thalanadu has a total population of 8,222, including 4,074 males and 4,148 females.
How many households are there in Thalanadu?
There are 1,997 households in Thalanadu.
What is the literacy rate in Thalanadu?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Thalanadu is 88.19%. Male literacy is 88.66% and female literacy is 87.73%.