Chemmaruthy - Varkala, Thiruvananthapuram
Chemmaruthy is a village situated in the Varkala taluka of Thiruvananthapuram district, Kerala. It is located approximately 15 km from Attingal and around 50 km from Thiruvananthapuram. Chemmaruthy village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Chemmaruthy is 628454. The village covers a total geographical area of 1754 hectares and falls under the 695145 pincode. Varkala is the nearest town, located about 8 km away.
Chemmaruthy village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Chemmaruthy
As per Census 2011, Chemmaruthy village has a total population of 32,444 people, consisting of 14,751 males and 17,693 females. The village has 8,238 households and a sex ratio of 1,199 females per 1,000 males. There are 3,364 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 27,243 literate and 5,201 illiterate residents. Additionally, 7,626 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 67 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Chemmaruthy are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 32,444 | 14,751 | 17,693 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 3,364 | 1,686 | 1,678 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 7,626 | 3,595 | 4,031 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 67 | 29 | 38 |
| Literate Population | 27,243 | 12,562 | 14,681 |
| Illiterate Population | 5,201 | 2,189 | 3,012 |
Nearby Villages of Chemmaruthy
Chemmaruthy 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Vettoor | South | 4.68 km |
| Parippally | North | 5.99 km |
| Edava | West | 6.27 km |
| Karavaram | East | 6.89 km |
| Chirakkara | North-West | 8.79 km |
| Kalluvathukkal | North | 9.27 km |
| Meenad (ct) | North | 11.34 km |
| Paravoor (part) | North-West | 11.38 km |
| Adichanalloor (ct) | North-West | 13.34 km |
| Velinalloor | North | 14.08 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Chemmaruthy
Chemmaruthy is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Varkala, while the nearest airport is Trivandrum International Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 26.8 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | Available within 2-5 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Varkala to Chemmaruthy is about 8 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Thiruvananthapuram to Chemmaruthy is about 50 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.4 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Chemmaruthy
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Chemmaruthy 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 Chemmaruthy
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Chemmaruthy village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | Yes | Available within village |
FAQs about Chemmaruthy
Where is Chemmaruthy located?
Chemmaruthy village is located in Varkala Taluka, Thiruvananthapuram district, Kerala, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Chemmaruthy?
Chemmaruthy is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Chemmaruthy?
The pincode of Chemmaruthy is 695145.
What is the population of Chemmaruthy?
Chemmaruthy has a total population of 32,444, including 14,751 males and 17,693 females.
How many households are there in Chemmaruthy?
There are 8,238 households in Chemmaruthy.
What is the literacy rate in Chemmaruthy?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Chemmaruthy is 83.97%. Male literacy is 85.16% and female literacy is 82.98%.