Colachel
Colachel is a village located in Kalkulam taluka of Kanniyakumari district in Tamil Nadu, India. It is situated 14km away from sub-district headquarter Pathmanabapuram (tehsildar office) and 25km away from district headquarter Nagercoil. As per 2009 stats, Simoncolony is the gram panchayat of Colachel village.
Colachel has its own place in the vibrant Kanniyakumari region. In the following sections, you’ll find details about population, literacy, households, children, caste data, area, pincode, local governance, nearby villages, connectivity, and more.
About Colachel
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Colachel is 643132. The village spans a total geographical area of 1600.69 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 629251. Thingal Nagar is nearest town to Colachel village for all major economic activities.
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Population of Colachel
Below is a concise population overview of Colachel as per the Census 2011 data. The table highlights the key population metrics categorized by gender and social groups.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 9,836 | 5,072 | 4,764 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 1,244 | 607 | 637 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 7 | 3 | 4 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 4 | 2 | 2 |
| Literate Population | 7,495 | 3,860 | 3,635 |
| Illiterate Population | 2,341 | 1,212 | 1,129 |
Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Colachel village:
- The total population of Colachel village is around 9,836, including approximately 5,072 males and 4,764 females, with a sex ratio of 939 females per 1,000 males.
- There are about 1,244 children aged 0–6 years in Colachel village, reflecting the young population in the village.
- Colachel village has 7 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC) and 4 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
- The literacy rate of Colachel village is about 76.20%, with male literacy at 76.10% and female literacy at 76.30%.
- There are around 2,255 households in Colachel village.
Connectivity of Colachel
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Colachel. As per the 2011 stats, Colachel 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 5 - 10 km distance |
Nearby Villages of Colachel
Knowing the nearby villages of Colachel helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Colachel.
Frequently Asked Questions about Colachel
- Where is Colachel located?
- Colachel village is situated in Kalkulam Taluka, within the Kanniyakumari district of Tamil Nadu, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Colachel?
- The Gram Panchayat of Colachel is Simoncolony (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the pincode of Colachel?
- The pincode of Colachel is 629251, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Colachel as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Colachel is 9,836, with 5,072 males and 4,764 females.
- How many households are there in Colachel as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Colachel village has a total of 2,255 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Colachel as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Colachel is 76.20%. The male literacy rate is 76.10%, while the female literacy rate is 76.30%.