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.
Here you can discover what makes Kovalam unique in its vibrant Neyyattinkara-Thiruvananthapuram region. You’ll see Kovalam’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 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
According to the 2011 Census, Kovalam has a total population of about 20,714, with approximately 10,277 males and 10,437 females. The sex ratio is around 1015 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 1,955 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 2,520 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 14. The overall literacy rate is approximately 82.94%, with male literacy at about 84.00% and female literacy near 81.90%. There are around 5,040 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Kovalam's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| 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 |
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%.