Anicad - Mallappally, Pathanamthitta
Anicad is a village situated in the Mallappally taluka of Pathanamthitta district, Kerala. It is located approximately 6 km from the tehsil headquarters in Mallappally and around 32 km from the district headquarters in Pathanamthitta. Anicadu serves as the Gram Panchayat for Anicad village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Anicad is 628305. The village covers a total geographical area of 1904 hectares and falls under the 689584 pincode. Thiruvalla is the nearest town, located about 23 km away.
Anicad village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Thiruvalla Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Pathanamthitta Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Anicad
As per Census 2011, Anicad village has a total population of 14,678 people, consisting of 7,025 males and 7,653 females. The village has 3,750 households and a sex ratio of 1,089 females per 1,000 males. There are 1,156 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 13,189 literate and 1,489 illiterate residents. Additionally, 1,796 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 85 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Anicad are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 14,678 | 7,025 | 7,653 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 1,156 | 572 | 584 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 1,796 | 893 | 903 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 85 | 41 | 44 |
| Literate Population | 13,189 | 6,301 | 6,888 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,489 | 724 | 765 |
Nearby Villages of Anicad
Anicad 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 Anicad
Anicad 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 Anicad.
| 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 Thiruvalla to Anicad is about 23 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Pathanamthitta to Anicad is about 32 km, with the usual travel time around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Anicad
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Anicad village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Anicad
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Anicad 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 Anicad
Where is Anicad located?
Anicad village is located in Mallappally Taluka, Pathanamthitta district, Kerala, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Anicad?
The Gram Panchayat of Anicad is Anicadu.
What is the pincode of Anicad?
The pincode of Anicad is 689584.
What is the population of Anicad?
Anicad has a total population of 14,678, including 7,025 males and 7,653 females.
How many households are there in Anicad?
There are 3,750 households in Anicad.
What is the literacy rate in Anicad?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Anicad is 89.86%. Male literacy is 89.69% and female literacy is 90.00%.