Kudavoor - Varkala, Thiruvananthapuram
Kudavoor is a village situated in the Varkala taluka of Thiruvananthapuram district, Kerala. It is located approximately 12 km from Attingal and around 54 km from Thiruvananthapuram. Navaikulam serves as the Gram Panchayat for Kudavoor village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Kudavoor is 628458. The village covers a total geographical area of 1196 hectares and falls under the 695603 pincode. Attingal is the nearest town, located about 12 km away.
Kudavoor village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Attingal Assembly and Parliamentary constituency.
Population of Kudavoor
According to the 2011 Census, Kudavoor village had a total population of 14,151 people, including 6,449 males and 7,702 females, living in 3,501 households. The sex ratio was 1,194 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 91.69%, with male literacy at 94.09% and female literacy at 89.75%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 2,205, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 27.
The table below presents a detailed demographic breakdown of the village, including separate male and female figures for each population category.
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 14,151 | 6,449 | 7,702 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 1,751 | 896 | 855 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 2,205 | 1,083 | 1,122 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 27 | 11 | 16 |
| Literate Population | 11,370 | 5,225 | 6,145 |
| Illiterate Population | 2,781 | 1,224 | 1,557 |
Nearby Villages of Kudavoor
Kudavoor 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 Kudavoor
Kudavoor is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Attingal to Kudavoor is about 12 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Thiruvananthapuram to Kudavoor is about 54 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.5 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Kudavoor
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Kudavoor village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within <1 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Kudavoor
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Kudavoor village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Kudavoor
Where is Kudavoor located?
Kudavoor village is located in Varkala Taluka, Thiruvananthapuram district, Kerala, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Kudavoor?
The Gram Panchayat of Kudavoor is Navaikulam.
What is the pincode of Kudavoor?
The pincode of Kudavoor is 695603.
What is the population of Kudavoor?
Kudavoor had a total population of 14,151, including 6,449 males and 7,702 females.
How many households are there in Kudavoor?
Kudavoor had 3,501 households.
What is the literacy rate in Kudavoor?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Kudavoor was 91.69%. Male literacy was 94.09% and female literacy was 89.75%.