Erathu - Adoor, Pathanamthitta
Erathu is a village situated in the Adoor taluka of Pathanamthitta district, Kerala. It is located approximately 3 km from the tehsil headquarters in Adoor and around 20 km from the district headquarters in Pathanamthitta. Erathu village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Erathu is 628352. The village covers a total geographical area of 2174 hectares and falls under the 691551 pincode. Adoor is the nearest town, located about 4 km away.
Erathu 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 Erathu
As per Census 2011, Erathu village has a total population of 24,880 people, consisting of 11,626 males and 13,254 females. The village has 6,730 households and a sex ratio of 1,140 females per 1,000 males. There are 2,066 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 21,654 literate and 3,226 illiterate residents. Additionally, 4,564 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 135 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Erathu are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 24,880 | 11,626 | 13,254 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 2,066 | 1,012 | 1,054 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 4,564 | 2,148 | 2,416 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 135 | 53 | 82 |
| Literate Population | 21,654 | 10,183 | 11,471 |
| Illiterate Population | 3,226 | 1,443 | 1,783 |
Nearby Villages of Erathu
Erathu 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 Erathu
Erathu is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Adoor to Erathu is about 4 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Pathanamthitta to Erathu is about 20 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 Erathu
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Erathu 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 Erathu
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Erathu 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 Erathu
Where is Erathu located?
Erathu village is located in Adoor Taluka, Pathanamthitta district, Kerala, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Erathu?
Erathu is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Erathu?
The pincode of Erathu is 691551.
What is the population of Erathu?
Erathu has a total population of 24,880, including 11,626 males and 13,254 females.
How many households are there in Erathu?
There are 6,730 households in Erathu.
What is the literacy rate in Erathu?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Erathu is 87.03%. Male literacy is 87.59% and female literacy is 86.55%.