Karalam - Mukundapuram, Thrissur
Karalam is a village situated in the Mukundapuram taluka of Thrissur district, Kerala. It is located approximately 2 km from the tehsil headquarters in Irinjalakuda and around 30 km from the district headquarters in Thrissur. Karalam village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Karalam is 627886. The village covers a total geographical area of 1430 hectares and falls under the 680701 pincode. Irinjalakuda is the nearest town, located about 3 km away.
Karalam village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Irinjalakuda Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Thrissur Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Karalam
As per Census 2011, Karalam village has a total population of 16,594 people, consisting of 7,684 males and 8,910 females. The village has 4,251 households and a sex ratio of 1,159 females per 1,000 males. There are 1,490 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 14,494 literate and 2,100 illiterate residents. Additionally, 2,705 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 23 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Karalam are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 16,594 | 7,684 | 8,910 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 1,490 | 755 | 735 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 2,705 | 1,308 | 1,397 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 23 | 15 | 8 |
| Literate Population | 14,494 | 6,754 | 7,740 |
| Illiterate Population | 2,100 | 930 | 1,170 |
Nearby Villages of Karalam
Karalam 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Kattur (ct) | West | 2.98 km |
| Inchamudi | North | 3.40 km |
| Manavalassery (ct) | South | 4.25 km |
| Oorakam (ct) | North-East | 4.44 km |
| Irinjalakuda | South-East | 4.57 km |
| Cherpu (ct) | North | 4.64 km |
| Kizhuppillikkara (ct) | West | 4.86 km |
| Edathiruthy (ct) | West | 5.38 km |
| Arattupuzha | North-East | 5.41 km |
| Alappad | North-West | 6.15 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Karalam
Karalam is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Pudukad, while the nearest airport is Cochin International Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 26.4 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | Available within >10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Irinjalakuda to Karalam is about 3 km, with a usual travel time of around 5-10 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Thrissur to Karalam is about 30 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 Karalam
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Karalam 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 Karalam
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Karalam 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) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Karalam
Where is Karalam located?
Karalam village is located in Mukundapuram Taluka, Thrissur district, Kerala, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Karalam?
Karalam is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Karalam?
The pincode of Karalam is 680701.
What is the population of Karalam?
Karalam has a total population of 16,594, including 7,684 males and 8,910 females.
How many households are there in Karalam?
There are 4,251 households in Karalam.
What is the literacy rate in Karalam?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Karalam is 87.34%. Male literacy is 87.90% and female literacy is 86.87%.