Kallooppara - Mallappally, Pathanamthitta
Kallooppara is a village situated in the Mallappally taluka of Pathanamthitta district, Kerala. It is located approximately 8 km from the tehsil headquarters in Mallappally and around 32 km from the district headquarters in Pathanamthitta. Kallooppara village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Kallooppara is 628303. The village covers a total geographical area of 1690 hectares and falls under the 689583 pincode. Thiruvalla is the nearest town, located about 8 km away.
Kallooppara 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 Kallooppara
As per Census 2011, Kallooppara village has a total population of 16,837 people, consisting of 7,915 males and 8,922 females. The village has 4,561 households and a sex ratio of 1,127 females per 1,000 males. There are 1,277 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 15,219 literate and 1,618 illiterate residents. Additionally, 1,909 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 50 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Kallooppara are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 16,837 | 7,915 | 8,922 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 1,277 | 644 | 633 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 1,909 | 915 | 994 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 50 | 26 | 24 |
| Literate Population | 15,219 | 7,129 | 8,090 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,618 | 786 | 832 |
Nearby Villages of Kallooppara
Kallooppara 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 Kallooppara
Kallooppara is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is located within 5-10 km of Kallooppara.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | Available within 5-10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Thiruvalla to Kallooppara is about 8 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Pathanamthitta to Kallooppara 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 Kallooppara
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Kallooppara 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 Kallooppara
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Kallooppara 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) | Yes | Available within village |
FAQs about Kallooppara
Where is Kallooppara located?
Kallooppara village is located in Mallappally Taluka, Pathanamthitta district, Kerala, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Kallooppara?
Kallooppara is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Kallooppara?
The pincode of Kallooppara is 689583.
What is the population of Kallooppara?
Kallooppara has a total population of 16,837, including 7,915 males and 8,922 females.
How many households are there in Kallooppara?
There are 4,561 households in Kallooppara.
What is the literacy rate in Kallooppara?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Kallooppara is 90.39%. Male literacy is 90.07% and female literacy is 90.67%.