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
According to the 2011 Census, Colachel village had a total population of 9,836 people, including 5,072 males and 4,764 females, living in 2,255 households. The sex ratio was 939 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 87.23%, with male literacy at 86.45% and female literacy at 88.08%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 7, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 4.
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 | 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 had a total population of 9,836, including 5,072 males and 4,764 females.
How many households are there in Colachel?
Colachel had 2,255 households.
What is the literacy rate in Colachel?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Colachel was 87.23%. Male literacy was 86.45% and female literacy was 88.08%.