Chenkal
Chenkal is a village located in Neyyattinkara taluka of Thiruvananthapuram district in Kerala, India. It is situated 8km away from sub-district headquarter Neyyattinkara (tehsildar office) and 25km away from district headquarter Thiruvananthapuram. As per 2009 stats, Chenkal village is also a gram panchayat.
Here you can discover what makes Chenkal unique in its vibrant Neyyattinkara-Thiruvananthapuram region. You’ll see Chenkal’s rich profile with demographics like population, households, literacy, sex ratio, kids, castes etc., geographical details like satellite map, area, pincode, plus local governance through gram panchayat, broader constituencies, nearby villages, connectivity, and answers to common questions.
About Chenkal
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Chenkal is 628533. The village spans a total geographical area of 1937 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 695127. Neyyattinkara is nearest town to Chenkal village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 8km away.
Google Map of Chenkal
Population of Chenkal
According to the 2011 Census, Chenkal has a total population of about 36,891, with approximately 18,047 males and 18,844 females. The sex ratio is around 1044 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 3,213 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 3,736 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 63. The overall literacy rate is approximately 85.91%, with male literacy at about 87.42% and female literacy near 84.46%. There are around 9,549 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Chenkal's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 36,891 | 18,047 | 18,844 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 3,213 | 1,617 | 1,596 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 3,736 | 1,787 | 1,949 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 63 | 30 | 33 |
| Literate Population | 31,692 | 15,776 | 15,916 |
| Illiterate Population | 5,199 | 2,271 | 2,928 |
Connectivity of Chenkal
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Chenkal. As per the 2011 stats, Chenkal had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Available within village |
| Railway Station | Available within <5 km distance |
Nearby Villages of Chenkal
Knowing the nearby villages of Chenkal helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Chenkal.
Frequently Asked Questions about Chenkal
- Where is Chenkal located?
- Chenkal village is situated in Neyyattinkara Taluka, within the Thiruvananthapuram district of Kerala, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Chenkal?
- Chenkal serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
- What is the pincode of Chenkal?
- The pincode of Chenkal is 695127, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Chenkal as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Chenkal is 36,891, with 18,047 males and 18,844 females.
- How many households are there in Chenkal as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Chenkal village has a total of 9,549 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Chenkal as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Chenkal is 85.91%. The male literacy rate is 87.42%, while the female literacy rate is 84.46%.