Population Details
Demographic Profile of Arpookara Grama Panchayat
Arpookara Grama Panchayat, located in the Ettumanoor Block of Kottayam District, is one of the prominent rural local bodies in Kerala. Based on the 2011 Census and Panchayat-level records, the demographic characteristics of the Panchayat are presented below.
Basic Demographic Information
| Particulars | Details |
|---|---|
| Total Area | 24.53 sq. km |
| Total Population | 23,809 |
| Male Population | 11,770 |
| Female Population | 12,039 |
| Number of Households | 7,098 |
| Population Density | Approximately 953 persons per sq. km |
| Number of Wards | 17 |
Age Composition
| Category | Number |
|---|---|
| Children (0–6 years) | 2,060 |
| Boys (0–6 years) | 1,066 |
| Girls (0–6 years) | 994 |
Children in the age group of 0–6 years constitute approximately 8.8% of the total population.
Sex Ratio
- Sex Ratio: 1,023 females per 1,000 males.
- The female population exceeds the male population, reflecting Kerala’s favorable demographic and social development indicators.
Literacy Profile
| Category | Literacy Rate |
|---|---|
| Overall Literacy Rate | 95.84% |
| Male Literacy Rate | 96.66% |
| Female Literacy Rate | 95.04% |
The Panchayat enjoys a very high literacy rate, which is one of its major social achievements and contributes significantly to its overall development.
Scheduled Caste and Scheduled Tribe Population
| Category | Population |
|---|---|
| Scheduled Caste (SC) | 1,493 |
| Scheduled Tribe (ST) | 57 |
- SC population constitutes approximately 6.25% of the total population.
- ST population constitutes approximately 0.24% of the total population.
Workforce Profile
| Category | Number |
|---|---|
| Total Workers | 9,459 |
| Main Workers | 8,266 |
| Marginal Workers | 1,193 |
The major employment sectors in the Panchayat include:
- Service sector
- Agriculture
- Allied agricultural activities
- Small-scale trade and business
Summary Assessment
Arpookara Grama Panchayat is characterized by a high literacy rate, a favorable sex ratio, and strong social development indicators. The Panchayat has made significant progress in education and healthcare, supported by the presence of major institutions such as the Government Medical College Kottayam. These factors have contributed substantially to the socio-economic development and overall quality of life within the Panchayat.