Elamba Village - Chirayinkeezhu, Thiruvananthapuram
Elamba is a village situated in the Chirayinkeezhu taluka of Thiruvananthapuram district, Kerala. It is located approximately 5 km from the tehsil headquarters in Attingal and around 30 km from the district headquarters in Thiruvananthapuram. Mudakkal serves as the Gram Panchayat for Elamba village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Elamba is 628469. The village covers a total geographical area of 1695 hectares and falls under the 695611 pincode. Attingal is the nearest town, located about 5 km away.
Elamba village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Chirayinkeezhu Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Attingal Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Elamba
As per Census 2011, Elamba village has a total population of 20,314 people, consisting of 9,381 males and 10,933 females. The village has 5,288 households and a sex ratio of 1,165 females per 1,000 males. There are 1,888 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 17,239 literate and 3,075 illiterate residents. Additionally, 3,544 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 29 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Elamba are given below:
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 20,314 | 9,381 | 10,933 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 1,888 | 982 | 906 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 3,544 | 1,666 | 1,878 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 29 | 14 | 15 |
| Literate Population | 17,239 | 8,058 | 9,181 |
| Illiterate Population | 3,075 | 1,323 | 1,752 |
Nearby Villages of Elamba
Elamba 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 Elamba
Elamba 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 Elamba.
| 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 Attingal to Elamba is about 5 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Thiruvananthapuram to Elamba is about 30 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 Elamba
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Elamba village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | Yes | Available within village |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Elamba
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Elamba village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Elamba
Where is Elamba located?
Elamba village is located in Chirayinkeezhu Taluka, Thiruvananthapuram district, Kerala, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Elamba?
The Gram Panchayat of Elamba is Mudakkal.
What is the pincode of Elamba?
The pincode of Elamba is 695611.
What is the population of Elamba?
Elamba has a total population of 20,314, including 9,381 males and 10,933 females.
How many households are there in Elamba?
There are 5,288 households in Elamba.
What is the literacy rate in Elamba?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Elamba is 84.86%. Male literacy is 85.90% and female literacy is 83.98%.