Elamba - 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
According to the 2011 Census, Elamba village had a total population of 20,314 people, including 9,381 males and 10,933 females, living in 5,288 households. The sex ratio was 1,165 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 93.56%, with male literacy at 95.94% and female literacy at 91.56%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 3,544, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 29.
The table below presents a detailed demographic breakdown of the village, including separate male and female figures for each population category.
| Category | 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 had a total population of 20,314, including 9,381 males and 10,933 females.
How many households are there in Elamba?
Elamba had 5,288 households.
What is the literacy rate in Elamba?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Elamba was 93.56%. Male literacy was 95.94% and female literacy was 91.56%.