Kothanalloor - Vaikom, Kottayam
Kothanalloor is a village situated in the Vaikom taluka of Kottayam district, Kerala. It is located approximately 23 km from the tehsil headquarters in Vaikom and around 18 km from the district headquarters in Kottayam. Manjoor serves as the Gram Panchayat for Kothanalloor village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Kothanalloor is 628154. The village covers a total geographical area of 1393 hectares and falls under the 686603 pincode. Kottayam is the nearest town, located about 17 km away.
Kothanalloor village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Kaduthuruthy Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Kottayam Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Kothanalloor
According to the 2011 Census, Kothanalloor village had a total population of 13,192 people, including 6,458 males and 6,734 females, living in 3,300 households. The sex ratio was 1,043 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 98.46%, with male literacy at 98.76% and female literacy at 98.18%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 685, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 50.
The table below presents a detailed demographic breakdown of the village, including separate male and female figures for each population category.
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 13,192 | 6,458 | 6,734 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 1,225 | 631 | 594 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 685 | 329 | 356 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 50 | 19 | 31 |
| Literate Population | 11,783 | 5,755 | 6,028 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,409 | 703 | 706 |
Nearby Villages of Kothanalloor
Kothanalloor 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 Kothanalloor
Kothanalloor is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is located within 2-5 km of Kothanalloor.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | Available within 2-5 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Kottayam to Kothanalloor is about 17 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Kottayam to Kothanalloor is about 18 km, with the usual travel time around 30-60 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Kothanalloor
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Kothanalloor 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 Kothanalloor
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Kothanalloor village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Kothanalloor
Where is Kothanalloor located?
Kothanalloor village is located in Vaikom Taluka, Kottayam district, Kerala, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Kothanalloor?
The Gram Panchayat of Kothanalloor is Manjoor.
What is the pincode of Kothanalloor?
The pincode of Kothanalloor is 686603.
What is the population of Kothanalloor?
Kothanalloor had a total population of 13,192, including 6,458 males and 6,734 females.
How many households are there in Kothanalloor?
Kothanalloor had 3,300 households.
What is the literacy rate in Kothanalloor?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Kothanalloor was 98.46%. Male literacy was 98.76% and female literacy was 98.18%.