Thalappalam - Meenachil, Kottayam
Thalappalam is a village situated in the Meenachil taluka of Kottayam district, Kerala. It is located approximately 10 km from the tehsil headquarters in Palai and around 38 km from the district headquarters in Kottayam. Melukavu serves as the Gram Panchayat for Thalappalam village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Thalappalam is 628123. The village covers a total geographical area of 1843 hectares and falls under the 686579 pincode. Palai is the nearest town, located about 10 km away.
Thalappalam 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 Thalappalam
As per Census 2011, Thalappalam village has a total population of 9,435 people, consisting of 4,722 males and 4,713 females. The village has 2,200 households and a sex ratio of 998 females per 1,000 males. There are 812 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 8,442 literate and 993 illiterate residents. Additionally, 472 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 63 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Thalappalam are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 9,435 | 4,722 | 4,713 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 812 | 418 | 394 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 472 | 244 | 228 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 63 | 34 | 29 |
| Literate Population | 8,442 | 4,235 | 4,207 |
| Illiterate Population | 993 | 487 | 506 |
Nearby Villages of Thalappalam
Thalappalam 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 Thalappalam
Thalappalam 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 Thalappalam is about 10 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Kottayam to Thalappalam 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 Thalappalam
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Thalappalam village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Thalappalam
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Thalappalam 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 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Thalappalam
Where is Thalappalam located?
Thalappalam village is located in Meenachil Taluka, Kottayam district, Kerala, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Thalappalam?
The Gram Panchayat of Thalappalam is Melukavu.
What is the pincode of Thalappalam?
The pincode of Thalappalam is 686579.
What is the population of Thalappalam?
Thalappalam has a total population of 9,435, including 4,722 males and 4,713 females.
How many households are there in Thalappalam?
There are 2,200 households in Thalappalam.
What is the literacy rate in Thalappalam?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Thalappalam is 89.48%. Male literacy is 89.69% and female literacy is 89.26%.