Koliyakode - Nedumangad, Thiruvananthapuram
Koliyakode is a village situated in the Nedumangad taluka of Thiruvananthapuram district, Kerala. It is located approximately 22 km from the tehsil headquarters in Nedumangad and around 20 km from the district headquarters in Thiruvananthapuram. Manickal serves as the Gram Panchayat for Koliyakode village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Koliyakode is 628489. The village covers a total geographical area of 1700 hectares and falls under the 695589 pincode. Nedumangad is the nearest town, located about 14 km away.
Koliyakode village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Nedumangad Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Attingal Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Koliyakode
According to the 2011 Census, Koliyakode village had a total population of 19,274 people, including 9,102 males and 10,172 females, living in 5,004 households. The sex ratio was 1,118 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 92.09%, with male literacy at 94.91% and female literacy at 89.59%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 2,716, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 39.
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 | 19,274 | 9,102 | 10,172 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 1,836 | 926 | 910 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 2,716 | 1,309 | 1,407 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 39 | 18 | 21 |
| Literate Population | 16,058 | 7,760 | 8,298 |
| Illiterate Population | 3,216 | 1,342 | 1,874 |
Nearby Villages of Koliyakode
Koliyakode 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 Koliyakode
Koliyakode is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services.
| 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 Koliyakode is about 14 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Thiruvananthapuram to Koliyakode is about 20 km, with the usual travel time around 30-60 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Koliyakode
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Koliyakode 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 Koliyakode
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Koliyakode village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Koliyakode
Where is Koliyakode located?
Koliyakode village is located in Nedumangad Taluka, Thiruvananthapuram district, Kerala, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Koliyakode?
The Gram Panchayat of Koliyakode is Manickal.
What is the pincode of Koliyakode?
The pincode of Koliyakode is 695589.
What is the population of Koliyakode?
Koliyakode had a total population of 19,274, including 9,102 males and 10,172 females.
How many households are there in Koliyakode?
Koliyakode had 5,004 households.
What is the literacy rate in Koliyakode?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Koliyakode was 92.09%. Male literacy was 94.91% and female literacy was 89.59%.