Colachel - Kalkulam, Kanniyakumari
Colachel is a village situated in the Kalkulam taluka of Kanniyakumari district, Tamil Nadu. It is located approximately 14 km from the tehsil headquarters in Pathmanabapuram and around 25 km from the district headquarters in Nagercoil. Simoncolony serves as the Gram Panchayat for Colachel village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Colachel is 643132. The village covers a total geographical area of 1600.69 hectares and falls under the 629251 pincode. Thingal Nagar is the nearest town.
Colachel village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Colachel Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Kanniyakumari Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Colachel
As per Census 2011, Colachel village has a total population of 9,836 people, consisting of 5,072 males and 4,764 females. The village has 2,255 households and a sex ratio of 939 females per 1,000 males. There are 1,244 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 7,495 literate and 2,341 illiterate residents. Additionally, 7 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 4 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Colachel are given below:
| Category | 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 |
Nearby Villages of Colachel
Colachel 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 Colachel
Colachel 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 Nagercoil to Colachel is about 25 km, with the usual travel time around 30-60 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Colachel
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Colachel village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Colachel
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Colachel 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) | Yes | Available within village |
FAQs about Colachel
Where is Colachel located?
Colachel village is located in Kalkulam Taluka, Kanniyakumari district, Tamil Nadu, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Colachel?
The Gram Panchayat of Colachel is Simoncolony.
What is the pincode of Colachel?
The pincode of Colachel is 629251.
What is the population of Colachel?
Colachel has a total population of 9,836, including 5,072 males and 4,764 females.
How many households are there in Colachel?
There are 2,255 households in Colachel.
What is the literacy rate in Colachel?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Colachel is 76.20%. Male literacy is 76.10% and female literacy is 76.30%.