Erathu
About Erathu
According to Census 2011 information the location code or village code of Erathu village is 628352. Erathu village is located in Adoor taluka of Pathanamthitta district in Kerala, India. It is situated 3km away from sub-district headquarter Adoor (tehsildar office) and 20km away from district headquarter Pathanamthitta. As per 2009 stats, Erathu village is also a gram panchayat.
The total geographical area of village is 2174 hectares. Erathu has a total population of 24,880 peoples, out of which male population is 11,626 while female population is 13,254. This results in a sex ratio of approximately 1140 females for every 1,000 males. Literacy rate of erathu village is 87.03% out of which 87.59% males and 86.55% females are literate. There are about 6,730 houses in erathu village. Pincode of erathu village locality is 691551.
When it comes to administration, Erathu village is governed by a Sarpanch, who is an elected representative (Head of Village) chosen through local elections, as per the Constitution of India and the Panchayati Raj Act. As per 2019 stats, Erathu village comes under Adoor Vidhan Sabha constituency & Pathanamthitta Lok Sabha constituency. Adoor is nearest town to erathu village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 4km away.
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Population of Erathu
The population details of Erathu cover important figures like total population, male and female population, children aged 0–6 years, and the number of literate and illiterate people. It also shows how many residents belong to Scheduled Castes and Scheduled Tribes. These details help in understanding the village structure, education level, and community groups.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 24,880 | 11,626 | 13,254 |
| Child Population (Age 0–6) | 2,066 | 1,012 | 1,054 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) Population | 4,564 | 2,148 | 2,416 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) Population | 135 | 53 | 82 |
| Literate Population | 21,654 | 10,183 | 11,471 |
| Illiterate Population | 3,226 | 1,443 | 1,783 |
Connectivity of Erathu
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Available within village |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Erathu
Where is Erathu located?
Erathu village is situated in Adoor Taluka, within the Pathanamthitta district of Kerala, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Erathu?
Erathu serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
What is the pincode of Erathu?
The pincode of Erathu is 691551, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
What is the population of Erathu as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Erathu is 24,880, with 11,626 males and 13,254 females.
How many households are there in Erathu as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Erathu village has a total of 6,730 households.
What is the literacy rate in Erathu as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Erathu is 87.03%. The male literacy rate is 87.59%, while the female literacy rate is 86.55%.