Nellanad - Nedumangad, Thiruvananthapuram
Nellanad is a village situated in the Nedumangad taluka of Thiruvananthapuram district, Kerala. It is located approximately 16 km from the tehsil headquarters in Nedumangad and around 29 km from the district headquarters in Thiruvananthapuram. Nellanad village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Nellanad is 628479. The village covers a total geographical area of 1846 hectares and falls under the 695606 pincode. Attingal is the nearest town, located about 12 km away.
Nellanad village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Vamanapuram Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Attingal Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Nellanad
As per Census 2011, Nellanad village has a total population of 25,981 people, consisting of 12,190 males and 13,791 females. The village has 6,585 households and a sex ratio of 1,131 females per 1,000 males. There are 2,477 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 21,926 literate and 4,055 illiterate residents. Additionally, 3,756 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 56 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Nellanad are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 25,981 | 12,190 | 13,791 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 2,477 | 1,273 | 1,204 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 3,756 | 1,749 | 2,007 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 56 | 26 | 30 |
| Literate Population | 21,926 | 10,453 | 11,473 |
| Illiterate Population | 4,055 | 1,737 | 2,318 |
Nearby Villages of Nellanad
Nellanad 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Vamanapuram | North-East | 4.48 km |
| Pullampara | East | 4.74 km |
| Manikkal | South-East | 5.28 km |
| Keezhthonnakkal | South-West | 6.17 km |
| Melthonnakkal | South-West | 7.62 km |
| Kallara | North-East | 8.09 km |
| Vembayam | South | 8.97 km |
| Andoorkonam | South | 9.27 km |
| Panavoor | East | 10.13 km |
| Pazhayakunnummel | North | 10.50 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Nellanad
Nellanad is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Murukkampuzha, while the nearest airport is Trivandrum International Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 17.4 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 Attingal to Nellanad is about 12 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Thiruvananthapuram to Nellanad is about 29 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 Nellanad
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Nellanad 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 Nellanad
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Nellanad village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | Yes | Available within village |
FAQs about Nellanad
Where is Nellanad located?
Nellanad village is located in Nedumangad Taluka, Thiruvananthapuram district, Kerala, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Nellanad?
Nellanad is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Nellanad?
The pincode of Nellanad is 695606.
What is the population of Nellanad?
Nellanad has a total population of 25,981, including 12,190 males and 13,791 females.
How many households are there in Nellanad?
There are 6,585 households in Nellanad.
What is the literacy rate in Nellanad?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Nellanad is 84.39%. Male literacy is 85.75% and female literacy is 83.19%.