Kovalam
Kovalam is a village located in Neyyattinkara taluka of Thiruvananthapuram district in Kerala, India. It is situated 12km away from sub-district headquarter Neyyattinkara (tehsildar office) and 16km away from district headquarter Thiruvananthapuram. As per 2009 stats, Kottukal is the gram panchayat of Kovalam village.
Kovalam has its own place in the vibrant Thiruvananthapuram region. In the following sections, you’ll find details about population, literacy, households, children, caste data, area, pincode, local governance, nearby villages, connectivity, and more.
About Kovalam
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Kovalam is 628538. The village spans a total geographical area of 794 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 695521. Thiruvananthapuram is nearest town to Kovalam village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 12km away.
Google Map of Kovalam
Population of Kovalam
Below is a concise population overview of Kovalam as per the Census 2011 data. The table highlights the key population metrics categorized by gender and social groups.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 20,714 | 10,277 | 10,437 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 1,955 | 990 | 965 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 2,520 | 1,230 | 1,290 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 14 | 11 | 3 |
| Literate Population | 17,181 | 8,633 | 8,548 |
| Illiterate Population | 3,533 | 1,644 | 1,889 |
Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Kovalam village:
- The total population of Kovalam village is around 20,714, including approximately 10,277 males and 10,437 females, with a sex ratio of 1015 females per 1,000 males.
- There are about 1,955 children aged 0–6 years in Kovalam village, reflecting the young population in the village.
- Kovalam village has 2,520 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC) and 14 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
- The literacy rate of Kovalam village is about 82.94%, with male literacy at 84.00% and female literacy at 81.90%.
- There are around 5,040 households in Kovalam village.
Connectivity of Kovalam
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Kovalam. As per the 2011 stats, Kovalam 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 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Kovalam
Knowing the nearby villages of Kovalam helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Kovalam.
Frequently Asked Questions about Kovalam
- Where is Kovalam located?
- Kovalam village is situated in Neyyattinkara Taluka, within the Thiruvananthapuram district of Kerala, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Kovalam?
- The Gram Panchayat of Kovalam is Kottukal (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the pincode of Kovalam?
- The pincode of Kovalam is 695521, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Kovalam as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Kovalam is 20,714, with 10,277 males and 10,437 females.
- How many households are there in Kovalam as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Kovalam village has a total of 5,040 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Kovalam as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Kovalam is 82.94%. The male literacy rate is 84.00%, while the female literacy rate is 81.90%.