Theakada - Nedumangad, Thiruvananthapuram
Theakada 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 18 km from the district headquarters in Thiruvananthapuram. Vembayam serves as the Gram Panchayat for Theakada village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Theakada is 628491. The village covers a total geographical area of 1241 hectares and falls under the 695615 pincode. Nedumangad is the nearest town, located about 9 km away.
Theakada 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 Theakada
According to the 2011 Census, Theakada village had a total population of 13,567 people, including 6,459 males and 7,108 females, living in 3,417 households. The sex ratio was 1,100 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 94.16%, with male literacy at 96.42% and female literacy at 92.15%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 1,052, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 16.
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 | 13,567 | 6,459 | 7,108 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 1,385 | 709 | 676 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 1,052 | 486 | 566 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 16 | 8 | 8 |
| Literate Population | 11,471 | 5,544 | 5,927 |
| Illiterate Population | 2,096 | 915 | 1,181 |
Nearby Villages of Theakada
Theakada 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 Theakada
Theakada 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 Theakada is about 9 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Thiruvananthapuram to Theakada is about 18 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 Theakada
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Theakada 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 Theakada
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Theakada 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) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Theakada
Where is Theakada located?
Theakada village is located in Nedumangad Taluka, Thiruvananthapuram district, Kerala, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Theakada?
The Gram Panchayat of Theakada is Vembayam.
What is the pincode of Theakada?
The pincode of Theakada is 695615.
What is the population of Theakada?
Theakada had a total population of 13,567, including 6,459 males and 7,108 females.
How many households are there in Theakada?
Theakada had 3,417 households.
What is the literacy rate in Theakada?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Theakada was 94.16%. Male literacy was 96.42% and female literacy was 92.15%.