Njeezhoor - Vaikom, Kottayam
Njeezhoor is a village situated in the Vaikom taluka of Kottayam district, Kerala. It is located approximately 21 km from the tehsil headquarters in Vaikom and around 34 km from the district headquarters in Kottayam. Njeezhoor village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Njeezhoor is 628142. The village covers a total geographical area of 2891 hectares and falls under the 686612 pincode. Vaikom is the nearest town, located about 21 km away.
Njeezhoor 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 Njeezhoor
According to the 2011 Census, Njeezhoor village had a total population of 17,608 people, including 8,777 males and 8,831 females, living in 4,362 households. The sex ratio was 1,006 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 96.63%, with male literacy at 97.28% and female literacy at 95.99%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 994, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 44.
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 | 17,608 | 8,777 | 8,831 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 1,514 | 771 | 743 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 994 | 508 | 486 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 44 | 22 | 22 |
| Literate Population | 15,552 | 7,788 | 7,764 |
| Illiterate Population | 2,056 | 989 | 1,067 |
Nearby Villages of Njeezhoor
Njeezhoor 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 Njeezhoor
Njeezhoor is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is located within 5-10 km of Njeezhoor.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | Available within 5-10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Vaikom to Njeezhoor is about 21 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Kottayam to Njeezhoor is about 34 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 Njeezhoor
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Njeezhoor 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 Njeezhoor
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Njeezhoor 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 5-10 km |
FAQs about Njeezhoor
Where is Njeezhoor located?
Njeezhoor village is located in Vaikom Taluka, Kottayam district, Kerala, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Njeezhoor?
Njeezhoor is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Njeezhoor?
The pincode of Njeezhoor is 686612.
What is the population of Njeezhoor?
Njeezhoor had a total population of 17,608, including 8,777 males and 8,831 females.
How many households are there in Njeezhoor?
Njeezhoor had 4,362 households.
What is the literacy rate in Njeezhoor?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Njeezhoor was 96.63%. Male literacy was 97.28% and female literacy was 95.99%.