Chempu - Vaikom, Kottayam
Chempu is a village situated in the Vaikom taluka of Kottayam district, Kerala. It is located approximately 10 km from the tehsil headquarters in Vaikom and around 41 km from the district headquarters in Kottayam. Chempu village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Chempu is 628139. The village covers a total geographical area of 1842 hectares and falls under the 686605 pincode. Vaikom is the nearest town, located about 8 km away.
Chempu village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Chempu
As per Census 2011, Chempu village has a total population of 21,049 people, consisting of 10,416 males and 10,633 females. The village has 5,065 households and a sex ratio of 1,020 females per 1,000 males. There are 1,899 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 18,050 literate and 2,999 illiterate residents. Additionally, 2,262 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 45 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Chempu are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 21,049 | 10,416 | 10,633 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 1,899 | 966 | 933 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 2,262 | 1,110 | 1,152 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 45 | 26 | 19 |
| Literate Population | 18,050 | 9,185 | 8,865 |
| Illiterate Population | 2,999 | 1,231 | 1,768 |
Nearby Villages of Chempu
Chempu 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 Chempu
Chempu is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is located within >10 km of Chempu.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | Available within >10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Vaikom to Chempu is about 8 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Kottayam to Chempu is about 41 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.2 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Chempu
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Chempu 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 Chempu
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Chempu village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Chempu
Where is Chempu located?
Chempu village is located in Vaikom Taluka, Kottayam district, Kerala, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Chempu?
Chempu is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Chempu?
The pincode of Chempu is 686605.
What is the population of Chempu?
Chempu has a total population of 21,049, including 10,416 males and 10,633 females.
How many households are there in Chempu?
There are 5,065 households in Chempu.
What is the literacy rate in Chempu?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Chempu is 85.75%. Male literacy is 88.18% and female literacy is 83.37%.