Enathu - Adoor, Pathanamthitta
Enathu is a village situated in the Adoor taluka of Pathanamthitta district, Kerala. It is located approximately 10 km from the tehsil headquarters in Adoor and around 15 km from the district headquarters in Pathanamthitta. Ezhamkulam serves as the Gram Panchayat for Enathu village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Enathu is 628356. The village covers a total geographical area of 1321 hectares and falls under the 691526 pincode. Adoor is the nearest town, located about 10 km away.
Enathu village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Adoor Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Pathanamthitta Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Enathu
As per Census 2011, Enathu village has a total population of 13,916 people, consisting of 6,630 males and 7,286 females. The village has 3,657 households and a sex ratio of 1,098 females per 1,000 males. There are 1,170 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 12,057 literate and 1,859 illiterate residents. Additionally, 2,580 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 7 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Enathu are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 13,916 | 6,630 | 7,286 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 1,170 | 599 | 571 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 2,580 | 1,260 | 1,320 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 7 | 3 | 4 |
| Literate Population | 12,057 | 5,815 | 6,242 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,859 | 815 | 1,044 |
Nearby Villages of Enathu
Enathu 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 Enathu
Enathu 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 Enathu.
| 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 Adoor to Enathu is about 10 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Pathanamthitta to Enathu is about 15 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 Enathu
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Enathu 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 Enathu
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Enathu 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 5-10 km |
FAQs about Enathu
Where is Enathu located?
Enathu village is located in Adoor Taluka, Pathanamthitta district, Kerala, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Enathu?
The Gram Panchayat of Enathu is Ezhamkulam.
What is the pincode of Enathu?
The pincode of Enathu is 691526.
What is the population of Enathu?
Enathu has a total population of 13,916, including 6,630 males and 7,286 females.
How many households are there in Enathu?
There are 3,657 households in Enathu.
What is the literacy rate in Enathu?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Enathu is 86.64%. Male literacy is 87.71% and female literacy is 85.67%.