Aryanad - Nedumangad, Thiruvananthapuram
Aryanad is a village situated in the Nedumangad taluka of Thiruvananthapuram district, Kerala. It is located approximately 8 km from the tehsil headquarters in Nedumangad and around 27 km from the district headquarters in Thiruvananthapuram. Aryanad village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Aryanad is 628496. The village covers a total geographical area of 10435 hectares and falls under the 695542 pincode. Nedumangad is the nearest town, located about 11 km away.
Aryanad village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Aruvikkara Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Attingal Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Aryanad
As per Census 2011, Aryanad village has a total population of 26,361 people, consisting of 12,491 males and 13,870 females. The village has 7,086 households and a sex ratio of 1,110 females per 1,000 males. There are 2,479 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 21,680 literate and 4,681 illiterate residents. Additionally, 2,759 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 576 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Aryanad are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 26,361 | 12,491 | 13,870 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 2,479 | 1,294 | 1,185 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 2,759 | 1,294 | 1,465 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 576 | 273 | 303 |
| Literate Population | 21,680 | 10,524 | 11,156 |
| Illiterate Population | 4,681 | 1,967 | 2,714 |
Nearby Villages of Aryanad
Aryanad is surrounded by several neighbouring villages in various directions. The table below lists these nearby villages along with their approximate aerial (straight-line) distances and directions from the village:
| Nearby Village | Direction | Approx. Distance (Aerial) |
|---|---|---|
| Vellanad | South-West | 5.94 km |
| Tholicode | North-West | 6.94 km |
| Perumkulam | South-West | 7.66 km |
| Veeranakavu | South | 7.97 km |
| Kallikkad | South-East | 8.10 km |
| Vithura | North-East | 9.03 km |
| Anad | North-West | 11.40 km |
| Kurupuzha | North-West | 11.84 km |
| Ottasekharamangalam | South-East | 12.44 km |
| Nedumangad | West | 12.62 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Aryanad
Aryanad is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Nemem, while the nearest airport is Trivandrum International Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 17.5 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Nedumangad to Aryanad is about 11 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Thiruvananthapuram to Aryanad is about 27 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 Aryanad
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Aryanad 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 Aryanad
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Aryanad village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within <1 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | Yes | Available within village |
FAQs about Aryanad
Where is Aryanad located?
Aryanad village is located in Nedumangad Taluka, Thiruvananthapuram district, Kerala, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Aryanad?
Aryanad is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Aryanad?
The pincode of Aryanad is 695542.
What is the population of Aryanad?
Aryanad has a total population of 26,361, including 12,491 males and 13,870 females.
How many households are there in Aryanad?
There are 7,086 households in Aryanad.
What is the literacy rate in Aryanad?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Aryanad is 82.24%. Male literacy is 84.25% and female literacy is 80.43%.