Kulathoor - Neyyattinkara, Thiruvananthapuram
Kulathoor is a village situated in the Neyyattinkara taluka of Thiruvananthapuram district, Kerala. It is located approximately 10 km from the tehsil headquarters in Neyyattinkara and around 28 km from the district headquarters in Thiruvananthapuram. Kulathoor village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Kulathoor is 628534. The village covers a total geographical area of 1281 hectares and falls under the 695506 pincode. Neyyattinkara is the nearest town, located about 9 km away.
Kulathoor village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Kulathoor
As per Census 2011, Kulathoor village has a total population of 32,394 people, consisting of 16,017 males and 16,377 females. The village has 7,753 households and a sex ratio of 1,022 females per 1,000 males. There are 3,564 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 24,898 literate and 7,496 illiterate residents. Additionally, 2,281 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 35 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Kulathoor are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 32,394 | 16,017 | 16,377 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 3,564 | 1,836 | 1,728 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 2,281 | 1,109 | 1,172 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 35 | 20 | 15 |
| Literate Population | 24,898 | 12,510 | 12,388 |
| Illiterate Population | 7,496 | 3,507 | 3,989 |
Nearby Villages of Kulathoor
Kulathoor 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 Kulathoor
Kulathoor is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is located within 5-10 km of Kulathoor.
| 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 Kulathoor is about 9 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Thiruvananthapuram to Kulathoor is about 28 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 Kulathoor
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Kulathoor 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 Kulathoor
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Kulathoor 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) | Yes | Available within village |
FAQs about Kulathoor
Where is Kulathoor located?
Kulathoor village is located in Neyyattinkara Taluka, Thiruvananthapuram district, Kerala, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Kulathoor?
Kulathoor is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Kulathoor?
The pincode of Kulathoor is 695506.
What is the population of Kulathoor?
Kulathoor has a total population of 32,394, including 16,017 males and 16,377 females.
How many households are there in Kulathoor?
There are 7,753 households in Kulathoor.
What is the literacy rate in Kulathoor?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Kulathoor is 76.86%. Male literacy is 78.10% and female literacy is 75.64%.