Edamon

Edamon is a village located in the Punalur Subdivision of Kollam district,Kerala, India. This article provides a comprehensive overview of Edamon, covering its demographics, population statistics, household data, administrative structure, geographical area, connectivity, educational and medical facilities, electricity supply, drinking water sources, and nearby villages.

Edamon Overview

Administrative & Basic Details
VillageEdamon
Pincode691307
Area5685 Sq. Km
Village Code628391
Sub-DistrictPunalur
Sub-District Code5947
DistrictKollam
District Code559
State/UTKerala
State/UT Code32
Gram PanchayatThenmala
Gram Panchayat Code221302
Block PanchayatAnchal
Block Panchayat Code6307
Total Population (2011 Census)12029
Total Households3284
Nearest TownPUNALUR (Distance: 8 Km)

Edamon has a population of 12029 as recorded in the 2011 Census. It falls under the jurisdiction of Thenmala Gram Panchayat and the Anchal Block Panchayat in Punalur District. The village has 3284 households and is identified by village code 628391. Edamon is located in the 691307 postal area, contributing significantly to the rural administrative structure of Punalur Sub-District.

Total Population of Edamon

As of the 2011 census, Population of Edamon has a population of approximately 12029 people, where the male population is 5652 and the female population is 6377.

Total 12029
Male 5652
Female 6377

Scheduled Caste and Scheduled Tribe Population of Edamon

The population data for Scheduled Caste (SC) and Scheduled Tribe (ST) in Edamon is as follows:

Scheduled Caste (SC)
Total Scheduled Caste 1518
Male 731
Female 787
Scheduled Tribe (ST)
Total Scheduled Tribe 318
Male 160
Female 158

Household in Edamon

There are approximately 3284 households in Edamon. The average household size in the village is about 3 persons per house.

Type Stats
Household 3284
People / Family 3

Assembly & Parliament Constituency of Edamon

Edamon falls under the Punalur Assembly and Parliament Constituency. The nearest town to Edamon is Punalur, which serves as the central hub for all major economic activities in the region.

Understanding Literacy Rates in Edamon Village

As per the 2011 Census, Edamon presents important statistics regarding its literacy and illiteracy rates.

Literacy in Edamon Village (2011):

Total 10133
Male 4842
Female 5291

illiteracy in Edamon Village (2011):

Total 1896
Male 810
Female 1086

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Connectivity of Edamon

Connectivity Status (in year 2011)
Public Bus Available within <5 km distance
Railway Station Available within <5 km distance
Communication Available

Electricity Facilities

Electricity Supply Available
Domestic Electricity Not Available
Agricultural Electricity Not Available
Other Electricity Uses Not Available
All Households Electrified Yes

Education Facilities

Has Education Facility?Available
Primary School3
Middle School2
Secondary School1
Senior Secondary1
College0

Medical Facilities

Medical FacilityAvailable
Allopathic Hospital0
Ayurvedic Hospital0
Unani Hospital0
Homeopathic Hospital1
DispensariesAllopathic: 0, Ayurvedic: 0, Unani: 0, Homeo: 0
Primary Health Centre (PHC)
Other Medical Centres1

Drinking Water Facilities

Water Facility Available
Tap Water Not Available
Well Available
Tank Not Available
Tubewell Not Available
Handpump Available
Other Sources Not Available

Nearby Villages of Edamon

Frequently Asked Questions About Edamon Village

The total population of Edamon Village is approximately 12029 people.

The male population is 5652, while the female population is 6377.

Edamon Village has about 3284 households.

The average household size in Edamon is approximately 3 people per household.

The total literate population is 10133, which includes 4842 males and 5291 females.

The total illiterate population is 1896, consisting of 810 males and 1086 females.

There are 15 villages in the Punalur Sub-District.

Edamon Village falls under the Thenmala Gram Panchayat.

The Pincode for Edamon Village is 691307.

Edamon Village is part of the Anchal Block Panchayat.