Omalloor - Kozhenchery, Pathanamthitta
Omalloor is a village situated in the Kozhenchery taluka of Pathanamthitta district, Kerala. It is located approximately 4 km from Pathanamthitta, which serves as both the tehsil and district headquarters. Omallur serves as the Gram Panchayat for Omalloor village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Omalloor is 628330. The village covers a total geographical area of 1454 hectares and falls under the 689647 pincode. Pathanamthitta is the nearest town, located about 4 km away.
Omalloor village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Aranmula Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Pathanamthitta Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Omalloor
As per Census 2011, Omalloor village has a total population of 17,611 people, consisting of 8,189 males and 9,422 females. The village has 4,858 households and a sex ratio of 1,150 females per 1,000 males. There are 1,355 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 15,835 literate and 1,776 illiterate residents. Additionally, 2,411 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 45 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Omalloor are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 17,611 | 8,189 | 9,422 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 1,355 | 691 | 664 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 2,411 | 1,152 | 1,259 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 45 | 19 | 26 |
| Literate Population | 15,835 | 7,358 | 8,477 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,776 | 831 | 945 |
Nearby Villages of Omalloor
Omalloor 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 Omalloor
Omalloor 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 Omalloor.
| 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 Pathanamthitta to Omalloor is about 4 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Pathanamthitta to Omalloor is about 5 km, with the usual travel time around 15-30 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Omalloor
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Omalloor 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 Omalloor
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Omalloor 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 >10 km |
FAQs about Omalloor
Where is Omalloor located?
Omalloor village is located in Kozhenchery Taluka, Pathanamthitta district, Kerala, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Omalloor?
The Gram Panchayat of Omalloor is Omallur.
What is the pincode of Omalloor?
The pincode of Omalloor is 689647.
What is the population of Omalloor?
Omalloor has a total population of 17,611, including 8,189 males and 9,422 females.
How many households are there in Omalloor?
There are 4,858 households in Omalloor.
What is the literacy rate in Omalloor?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Omalloor is 89.92%. Male literacy is 89.85% and female literacy is 89.97%.