Pandalam Thekkekara - Adoor, Pathanamthitta
Pandalam Thekkekara is a village situated in the Adoor taluka of Pathanamthitta district, Kerala. It is located approximately 8 km from the tehsil headquarters in Adoor and around 15 km from the district headquarters in Pathanamthitta. Pandalam Thekkekara village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Pandalam Thekkekara is 628345. The village covers a total geographical area of 2536 hectares and falls under the 691525 pincode. Adoor is the nearest town, located about 6 km away.
Pandalam Thekkekara 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 Pandalam Thekkekara
As per Census 2011, Pandalam Thekkekara village has a total population of 24,069 people, consisting of 11,098 males and 12,971 females. The village has 6,581 households and a sex ratio of 1,168 females per 1,000 males. There are 1,841 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 21,423 literate and 2,646 illiterate residents. Additionally, 5,139 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 39 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Pandalam Thekkekara are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 24,069 | 11,098 | 12,971 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 1,841 | 905 | 936 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 5,139 | 2,405 | 2,734 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 39 | 19 | 20 |
| Literate Population | 21,423 | 9,943 | 11,480 |
| Illiterate Population | 2,646 | 1,155 | 1,491 |
Nearby Villages of Pandalam Thekkekara
Pandalam Thekkekara 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 Pandalam Thekkekara
Pandalam Thekkekara 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 Pandalam Thekkekara is about 6 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Pathanamthitta to Pandalam Thekkekara 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 Pandalam Thekkekara
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Pandalam Thekkekara 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 Pandalam Thekkekara
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Pandalam Thekkekara 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 2-5 km |
FAQs about Pandalam Thekkekara
Where is Pandalam Thekkekara located?
Pandalam Thekkekara village is located in Adoor Taluka, Pathanamthitta district, Kerala, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Pandalam Thekkekara?
Pandalam Thekkekara is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Pandalam Thekkekara?
The pincode of Pandalam Thekkekara is 691525.
What is the population of Pandalam Thekkekara?
Pandalam Thekkekara has a total population of 24,069, including 11,098 males and 12,971 females.
How many households are there in Pandalam Thekkekara?
There are 6,581 households in Pandalam Thekkekara.
What is the literacy rate in Pandalam Thekkekara?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Pandalam Thekkekara is 89.01%. Male literacy is 89.59% and female literacy is 88.51%.