Edava
Edava is a village located in Chirayinkeezhu taluka of Thiruvananthapuram district in Kerala, India. It is situated 27km away from sub-district headquarter Attingal (tehsildar office) and 60km away from district headquarter Thiruvananthapuram. As per 2009 stats, Edava village is also a gram panchayat.
Edava has its own place in the vibrant Thiruvananthapuram region. In the following sections, you’ll find details about population, literacy, households, children, caste data, area, pincode, local governance, nearby villages, connectivity, and more.
About Edava
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Edava is 628452. The village spans a total geographical area of 914 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 695311. Varkala is nearest town to Edava village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 5km away.
Google Map of Edava
Population of Edava
Below is a concise population overview of Edava as per the Census 2011 data. The table highlights the key population metrics categorized by gender and social groups.
Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
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Total Population | 25,994 | 11,486 | 14,508 |
Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 2,917 | 1,491 | 1,426 |
Scheduled Castes (SC) | 2,473 | 1,156 | 1,317 |
Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 57 | 23 | 34 |
Literate Population | 21,746 | 9,573 | 12,173 |
Illiterate Population | 4,248 | 1,913 | 2,335 |
Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Edava village:
- The total population of Edava village is around 25,994, including approximately 11,486 males and 14,508 females, with a sex ratio of 1263 females per 1,000 males.
- There are about 2,917 children aged 0–6 years in Edava village, reflecting the young population in the village.
- Edava village has 2,473 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC) and 57 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
- The literacy rate of Edava village is about 83.66%, with male literacy at 83.34% and female literacy at 83.91%.
- There are around 5,847 households in Edava village.
Connectivity of Edava
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Edava. As per the 2011 stats, Edava had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
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Public Bus Service | Available within village |
Private Bus Service | Available within village |
Railway Station | Available within village |
Nearby Villages of Edava
Knowing the nearby villages of Edava helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Edava.
Frequently Asked Questions about Edava
- Where is Edava located?
- Edava village is situated in Chirayinkeezhu Taluka, within the Thiruvananthapuram district of Kerala, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Edava?
- Edava serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
- What is the pincode of Edava?
- The pincode of Edava is 695311, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Edava as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Edava is 25,994, with 11,486 males and 14,508 females.
- How many households are there in Edava as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Edava village has a total of 5,847 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Edava as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Edava is 83.66%. The male literacy rate is 83.34%, while the female literacy rate is 83.91%.