Karode - Neyyattinkara, Thiruvananthapuram
Karode is a village situated in the Neyyattinkara taluka of Thiruvananthapuram district, Kerala. It is located approximately 15 km from the tehsil headquarters in Neyyattinkara and around 30 km from the district headquarters in Thiruvananthapuram. Karode village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Karode is 628532. The village covers a total geographical area of 1413 hectares and falls under the 695506 pincode. Neyyattinkara is the nearest town, located about 14 km away.
Karode village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Karode
As per Census 2011, Karode village has a total population of 31,918 people, consisting of 15,651 males and 16,267 females. The village has 8,041 households and a sex ratio of 1,039 females per 1,000 males. There are 3,218 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 25,665 literate and 6,253 illiterate residents. Additionally, 2,277 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 54 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Karode are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 31,918 | 15,651 | 16,267 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 3,218 | 1,633 | 1,585 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 2,277 | 1,090 | 1,187 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 54 | 21 | 33 |
| Literate Population | 25,665 | 12,939 | 12,726 |
| Illiterate Population | 6,253 | 2,712 | 3,541 |
Nearby Villages of Karode
Karode 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Kollencode A | South | 3.19 km |
| Methukummal (ct) | South-East | 3.41 km |
| Chenkal (part) | North | 4.61 km |
| Parassala (ct) | North-East | 4.97 km |
| Kulappuram (ct) | East | 5.41 km |
| Thirupuram | North-West | 5.47 km |
| Parasuvaikkal (ct) | North-East | 5.71 km |
| Ezhudesam | South-East | 6.82 km |
| Arudesam (part) | South-East | 6.88 km |
| Palugal | North-East | 7.72 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Karode
Karode is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Parashshala, while the nearest airport is Trivandrum International Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 21.0 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | Available within 5-10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Neyyattinkara to Karode is about 14 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Thiruvananthapuram to Karode is about 30 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 Karode
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Karode 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 Karode
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Karode village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Karode
Where is Karode located?
Karode village is located in Neyyattinkara Taluka, Thiruvananthapuram district, Kerala, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Karode?
Karode is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Karode?
The pincode of Karode is 695506.
What is the population of Karode?
Karode has a total population of 31,918, including 15,651 males and 16,267 females.
How many households are there in Karode?
There are 8,041 households in Karode.
What is the literacy rate in Karode?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Karode is 80.41%. Male literacy is 82.67% and female literacy is 78.23%.