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
As per Census 2011, Kothanalloor village has a total population of 13,192 people, consisting of 6,458 males and 6,734 females. The village has 3,300 households and a sex ratio of 1,042 females per 1,000 males. There are 1,225 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 11,783 literate and 1,409 illiterate residents. Additionally, 685 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 50 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Kothanalloor are given below:
| 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 has a total population of 13,192, including 6,458 males and 6,734 females.
How many households are there in Kothanalloor?
There are 3,300 households in Kothanalloor.
What is the literacy rate in Kothanalloor?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Kothanalloor is 89.32%. Male literacy is 89.11% and female literacy is 89.52%.