How many villages are in Meenachil Taluk?
Meenachil Taluk has 25 Census 2011 village records in this directory, including 25 inhabited villages. They are part of Kottayam district in Kerala.
Indian Village Directory
Meenachil Taluk Village List
Meenachil Taluk in Kottayam district, Kerala has 25 Census 2011 village records, including 25 inhabited villages. The listed villages cover 349,601 people, 84,907 households and 65,851 hectares. Reported local context includes 23 Gram Panchayats, village facilities, land-use fields, nearest-town references and individual village profiles. Census datasets record this administrative level as a sub-district, while local usage may call it a tehsil, taluka, mandal, block or tahasil.
Villages25
Inhabited Villages25
Population349,601
Households84,907
Area (ha)65,851
CD Blocks3
Key Facts
- Location
- Meenachil Taluk is in Kottayam district, Kerala.
- Village Records
- 25 Census 2011 village records
- Inhabited Villages
- 25
- Listed Population
- 349,601
- Households
- 84,907
- Recorded Village Area
- 65,851 hectares
- Gram Panchayats
- 23
- Largest by Population
- Kidangoor (25,170 people)
- Largest by Area
- Poonjar Thekkekara (5,562 hectares)
Largest Villages by Population
Kidangoor is the highest-population village listed in Meenachil Taluk, with 25,170 people and 6,193 households. It represents 7.2% of the listed taluk village population. Open the village profile to compare its Census code, facilities, area and nearest-town details.
| Rank | Village | Population | Local Pop Share | Households | Avg Household Size | Area (ha) | Pop / sq km | Nearest Town | Town Distance km |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Kidangoor | 25,170 | 7.2% | 6,193 | 4.1 | 2,984 | 843.5 | Palai | 10.0 |
| 2 | Kanakkari | 22,793 | 6.5% | 5,662 | 4 | 2,319 | 982.9 | Kottayam | 21.0 |
| 3 | Kondoor | 20,510 | 5.9% | 4,856 | 4.2 | 4,101 | 500.1 | Palai | 15.0 |
| 4 | Poonjar Thekkekara | 19,470 | 5.6% | 4,642 | 4.2 | 5,562 | 350.1 | Palai | 15.0 |
| 5 | Kuravilangad | 18,033 | 5.2% | 4,381 | 4.1 | 2,315 | 779 | Palai | 16.0 |
| 6 | Bharananganam | 17,149 | 4.9% | 3,966 | 4.3 | 3,186 | 538.3 | Palai | 5.0 |
| 7 | Ramapuram | 16,928 | 4.8% | 4,087 | 4.1 | 3,328 | 508.7 | Palai | 12.0 |
| 8 | Vellilappally | 16,509 | 4.7% | 3,994 | 4.1 | 2,981 | 553.8 | Palai | 10.0 |
| 9 | Poovarany | 16,102 | 4.6% | 3,848 | 4.2 | 2,773 | 580.7 | Palai | 8.0 |
| 10 | Meenachil (Part) | 15,608 | 4.5% | 3,844 | 4.1 | 2,170 | 719.3 | Palai | 8.0 |
Largest Villages by Area
Poonjar Thekkekara has the largest recorded village area in Meenachil Taluk, at 5,562 hectares. This is 8.4% of the listed local village area. Use area values for broad comparison only; land and revenue work should use official records.
| Rank | Village | Area (ha) | Local Area Share | Population | Pop / sq km | Households | Households / ha | Nearest Town | Town Distance km |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Poonjar Thekkekara | 5,562 | 8.4% | 19,470 | 350.1 | 4,642 | 0.83 | Palai | 15.0 |
| 2 | Kondoor | 4,101 | 6.2% | 20,510 | 500.1 | 4,856 | 1.18 | Palai | 15.0 |
| 3 | Poonjar Vadakkekara | 3,573 | 5.4% | 8,222 | 230.1 | 1,997 | 0.56 | Palai | 24.0 |
| 4 | Ramapuram | 3,328 | 5.1% | 16,928 | 508.7 | 4,087 | 1.23 | Palai | 12.0 |
| 5 | Teekoy | 3,227 | 4.9% | 9,418 | 291.9 | 2,181 | 0.68 | Palai | 17.0 |
| 6 | Bharananganam | 3,186 | 4.8% | 17,149 | 538.3 | 3,966 | 1.24 | Palai | 5.0 |
| 7 | Kadanad | 3,164 | 4.8% | 14,692 | 464.3 | 3,461 | 1.09 | Palai | 13.0 |
| 8 | Moonilavu | 3,072 | 4.7% | 9,213 | 299.9 | 2,223 | 0.72 | Palai | 20.0 |
| 9 | Kidangoor | 2,984 | 4.5% | 25,170 | 843.5 | 6,193 | 2.08 | Palai | 10.0 |
| 10 | Vellilappally | 2,981 | 4.5% | 16,509 | 553.8 | 3,994 | 1.34 | Palai | 10.0 |
Villages in Meenachil Taluk
The A-Z table below helps you find the correct village inside Meenachil Taluk. Each row brings together the village name, Census code, population, households, area, nearest town and key facility signals where those details are listed.
B Villages
| Village | Village Code | Population | Households | Area (ha) | CD Block | Gram Panchayat | Nearest Town | ATM Access | Primary School | Mobile | Road | Power |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Bharananganam | 628124 | 17,149 | 3,966 | 3,186 | Lalam | Melukavu, Bharananganam | Palai | — | Available | Available | Available | Available |
E Villages
| Village | Village Code | Population | Households | Area (ha) | CD Block | Gram Panchayat | Nearest Town | ATM Access | Primary School | Mobile | Road | Power |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Elackad | 628130 | 13,333 | 3,249 | 2,311 | Uzhavoor | Marangattupilly, Kadaplamattom | Palai | — | Available | Available | Available | Available |
K Villages
| Village | Village Code | Population | Households | Area (ha) | CD Block | Gram Panchayat | Nearest Town | ATM Access | Primary School | Mobile | Road | Power |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Kadanad | 628118 | 14,692 | 3,461 | 3,164 | Lalam | Kadanad | Palai | — | Available | Available | Available | Available |
| Kanakkari | 628129 | 22,793 | 5,662 | 2,319 | Uzhavoor | Kanakkari, Athirampuzha | Kottayam | — | Available | Available | Available | Available |
| Kidangoor | 628131 | 25,170 | 6,193 | 2,984 | Uzhavoor | Kadaplamattom, Kidangoor | Palai | — | Available | Available | Available | Available |
| Kondoor | 628135 | 20,510 | 4,856 | 4,101 | Erattupetta | Thidanadu | Palai | — | Available | Available | Available | Available |
| Kuravilangad | 628128 | 18,033 | 4,381 | 2,315 | Uzhavoor | Kuravilangad | Palai | — | Available | Available | Available | Available |
| Kurichithanam | 628127 | 9,383 | 2,302 | 1,532 | Uzhavoor | Marangattupilly | Palai | — | Available | Available | Available | Available |
L Villages
| Village | Village Code | Population | Households | Area (ha) | CD Block | Gram Panchayat | Nearest Town | ATM Access | Primary School | Mobile | Road | Power |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Lalam (Part) | 628125 | 9,137 | 2,152 | 1,459 | Lalam | Bharananganam,, Karoor | Palai | — | Available | Available | Available | Available |
M Villages
| Village | Village Code | Population | Households | Area (ha) | CD Block | Gram Panchayat | Nearest Town | ATM Access | Primary School | Mobile | Road | Power |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Meenachil (Part) | 628133 | 15,608 | 3,844 | 2,170 | Lalam | Mutholy, Kozhuvanal, Meenachil | Palai | — | Available | Available | Available | Available |
| Melukavu | 628119 | 9,385 | 2,352 | 2,833 | Erattupetta | Melukavu, Moonilavu | Palai | — | Available | Available | Available | Available |
| Monippally | 628114 | 10,733 | 2,708 | 2,081 | Uzhavoor | Veliyannoor, Uzhavoor, Marangattupilly | Palai | — | Available | Available | Available | Available |
| Moonilavu | 628120 | 9,213 | 2,223 | 3,072 | Erattupetta | Melukavu, Moonilavu | Palai | — | Available | Available | Available | Available |
P Villages
| Village | Village Code | Population | Households | Area (ha) | CD Block | Gram Panchayat | Nearest Town | ATM Access | Primary School | Mobile | Road | Power |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Poonjar Nadubhagam | 628137 | 10,268 | 2,526 | 1,741 | Erattupetta | Teekoy, Poonjar Thekkekara, Poonjar | Palai | — | Available | Available | Available | Available |
| Poonjar Thekkekara | 628136 | 19,470 | 4,642 | 5,562 | Erattupetta | Poonjar Thekkekara, Poonjar | Palai | — | Available | Available | Available | Available |
| Poonjar Vadakkekara | 628121 | 8,222 | 1,997 | 3,573 | Erattupetta | Thalanad, Teekoy | Palai | — | Available | Available | Available | Available |
| Poovarany | 628134 | 16,102 | 3,848 | 2,773 | Lalam | Meenachil | Palai | — | Available | Available | Available | Available |
| Puliyannoor (Part) | 628132 | 15,414 | 3,667 | 1,930 | Lalam | Mutholy, Kozhuvanal | Palai | — | Available | Available | Available | Available |
R Villages
| Village | Village Code | Population | Households | Area (ha) | CD Block | Gram Panchayat | Nearest Town | ATM Access | Primary School | Mobile | Road | Power |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Ramapuram | 628117 | 16,928 | 4,087 | 3,328 | Uzhavoor | Ramapuram, Kadanad | Palai | — | Available | Available | Available | Available |
T Villages
| Village | Village Code | Population | Households | Area (ha) | CD Block | Gram Panchayat | Nearest Town | ATM Access | Primary School | Mobile | Road | Power |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Teekoy | 628122 | 9,418 | 2,181 | 3,227 | Erattupetta | Teekoy | Palai | — | Available | Available | Available | Available |
| Thalappalam | 628123 | 9,435 | 2,200 | 1,843 | Lalam | Melukavu, Thalappalam,bharananganam, | Palai | — | Available | Available | Available | Available |
U Villages
| Village | Village Code | Population | Households | Area (ha) | CD Block | Gram Panchayat | Nearest Town | ATM Access | Primary School | Mobile | Road | Power |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Uzhavoor | 628115 | 9,063 | 2,454 | 1,255 | Uzhavoor | Veliyannoor, Uzhavoor | Palai | — | Available | Available | Available | Available |
V Villages
| Village | Village Code | Population | Households | Area (ha) | CD Block | Gram Panchayat | Nearest Town | ATM Access | Primary School | Mobile | Road | Power |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Vallichira | 628126 | 13,716 | 3,380 | 2,221 | Lalam | Karoor | Palai | — | Available | Available | Available | Available |
| Veliyannoor | 628113 | 9,917 | 2,582 | 1,890 | Uzhavoor | Veliyannoor | Palai | — | Available | Available | Available | Available |
| Vellilappally | 628116 | 16,509 | 3,994 | 2,981 | Uzhavoor | Ramapuram, Kadanad | Palai | — | Available | Available | Available | Available |
Bank ATM, CDM and CRM Services in Meenachil
Meenachil Taluk has 174 bank ATM, Cash Deposit Machine (CDM) and Cash Recycler Machine (CRM) service records from Reserve Bank of India (RBI) data. The records cover 21 banks and 30 PIN codes. State Bank of India has the highest number of listed records, with 78 entries (45%). PIN code 686575 has the highest listed count, with 45 records (26%). Verify current service details with the bank before visiting.
Please verify with the bank before visiting any ATM, CDM or CRM location, including the current address, service status and timings.
Records / 100 Villages696
ATM Share74%
CDM Share0.6%
CRM Share26%
Records / Bank8.3
- ATM/CDM/CRM Records
- 174
- ATMs
- 128
- CRMs
- 45
- CDMs
- 1
- Banks
- 21
- PINs
- 30
Device Type Summary
| Device Type | Records | Share |
|---|---|---|
| ATM | 128 | 74% |
| CRM | 45 | 26% |
| CDM | 1 | 0.6% |
Top Banks in This Area
| Bank | Records | Share |
|---|---|---|
| State Bank of India | 78 | 45% |
| South Indian Bank Ltd | 23 | 13% |
| Federal Bank Ltd | 18 | 10% |
| Canara Bank | 9 | 5.2% |
| Kerala Grameena Bank | 9 | 5.2% |
Top PIN Codes by Banking Access Records
| PIN Code | Records | Share |
|---|---|---|
| 686575 | 45 | 26% |
| 686633 | 12 | 6.9% |
| 686651 | 11 | 6.3% |
| 686572 | 11 | 6.3% |
| 686634 | 10 | 5.7% |
| 686573 | 10 | 5.7% |
| 686121 | 9 | 5.2% |
| 686576 | 7 | 4% |
| 686578 | 6 | 3.4% |
| 686574 | 6 | 3.4% |
| 686635 | 6 | 3.4% |
| 686122 | 6 | 3.4% |
| 686632 | 4 | 2.3% |
| 686580 | 4 | 2.3% |
| 686577 | 3 | 1.7% |
| 686584 | 3 | 1.7% |
| 686581 | 3 | 1.7% |
| 686579 | 3 | 1.7% |
| 686652 | 3 | 1.7% |
| 686582 | 2 | 1.1% |
PIN-wise ATM/CDM/CRM Summary
| PIN | Records | ATMs | CRMs | CDMs | Banks | PINs |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 686575 | 45 | 33 | 11 | 1 | 19 | — |
| 686633 | 12 | 5 | 7 | 0 | 8 | — |
| 686572 | 11 | 7 | 4 | 0 | 7 | — |
| 686651 | 11 | 7 | 4 | 0 | 6 | — |
| 686573 | 10 | 8 | 2 | 0 | 4 | — |
| 686634 | 10 | 7 | 3 | 0 | 8 | — |
| 686121 | 9 | 5 | 4 | 0 | 5 | — |
| 686576 | 7 | 5 | 2 | 0 | 3 | — |
| 686122 | 6 | 5 | 1 | 0 | 4 | — |
| 686574 | 6 | 5 | 1 | 0 | 4 | — |
| 686578 | 6 | 6 | 0 | 0 | 3 | — |
| 686635 | 6 | 5 | 1 | 0 | 3 | — |
| 686580 | 4 | 3 | 1 | 0 | 2 | — |
| 686632 | 4 | 3 | 1 | 0 | 4 | — |
| 686577 | 3 | 2 | 1 | 0 | 3 | — |
| 686579 | 3 | 2 | 1 | 0 | 2 | — |
| 686581 | 3 | 3 | 0 | 0 | 2 | — |
| 686584 | 3 | 3 | 0 | 0 | 1 | — |
| 686652 | 3 | 3 | 0 | 0 | 2 | — |
| 686582 | 2 | 2 | 0 | 0 | 2 | — |
Selected Bank ATM, CDM and CRM Service Records
The selected rows show real bank ATM, CDM and CRM service records for Meenachil Taluk, including banks such as Axis Bank Limited, Bank of Baroda and Canara Bank. The source dataset is Reserve Bank of India (RBI)-sourced bank service data, but the services belong to the listed banks.
| Bank | Type | PIN | District | Local Area | Centre | Address |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Axis Bank Limited | CRM | 686633 | Kottayam | Meenachil | Kuravilangad | MC Road, Door No:2/598, Nidhiry Bazar, Kuravilangad Kuravilangad, Kottayam, Kerala, 686633 |
| Bank of Baroda | ATM | 686575 | Kottayam | Meenachil | Palai (M) | Kattakayam Road Vyapar Bhavan Palai, Kottayam, Kerala, 686575 |
| Canara Bank | CDM | 686575 | Kottayam | Meenachil | Palai (M) | Erattupettah Road Panjakunnel Bldg Palai, Kottayam, Kerala, 686575 |
| Bank of Maharashtra | ATM | 686575 | Kottayam | Meenachil | Palai (M) | Opp. Head Post Office Pala Ground Flor, St. Thomas Mall, Kottayam, Kerala, 686575 |
| Canara Bank | ATM | 686634 | Kottayam | Meenachil | Uzhavoor | Opp.post Office, Main Road Puthiyakunnel Arcade Uzhavoor, Kottayam, Kerala, 686634 |
| Canara Bank | ATM | 686572 | Kottayam | Meenachil | Kidangoor | A P Road, Highway Moolakattu Bldg Kidangoor, Kottayam, Kerala, 686572 |
| Canara Bank | ATM | 686573 | Kottayam | Meenachil | Puliyannoor (Part) | 0 Chennattu Bldg, Mutholy Junction Puliyannoor, Kottayam, Kerala, 686573 |
| Axis Bank Limited | CRM | 686575 | Kottayam | Meenachil | Palai (M) | Near Municipal Bus Stand Puthumana Arcade, Kottayam, Kerala, 686575 |
Full forms: ATM means Automated Teller Machine, CDM means Cash Deposit Machine, and CRM means Cash Recycler Machine.
ATM, Cash Deposit Machine (CDM) and Cash Recycler Machine (CRM) details are based on Reserve Bank of India (RBI) banking access records and should be verified with the bank before visiting. PIN code, district or sub-district matches do not prove that a facility is inside the village.
Population Summary
Meenachil Taluk has 349,601 people in 84,907 households across 25 Census 2011 village records.
Average Population / Village13,984
Average Household Size4.1
Inhabited Village %100%
Population Density / sq km530.9
Male Share0%
Female Share0%
SC Share0%
ST Share0%
Total Population349,601
Administrative Coverage
Administrative coverage links Meenachil villages with local names reported in Census 2011 records. The page includes 3 CD blocks and 23 Gram Panchayats. Reported Gram Panchayats include Bharananganam,, Karoor, Kadanad and Kadaplamattom, Kidangoor.
CD Blocks Reported3
Gram Panchayats Reported23
Nearest Town Names Reported2
CD blocks reported: Erattupetta, Lalam, Uzhavoor.
Gram Panchayats reported: Bharananganam,, Karoor, Kadanad, Kadaplamattom, Kidangoor, Kanakkari, Athirampuzha, Karoor, Kuravilangad, Marangattupilly, Marangattupilly, Kadaplamattom, Meenachil, Melukavu, Bharananganam, Melukavu, Moonilavu, Melukavu, Thalappalam,bharananganam, and more.
Village Facility Coverage
Village facility coverage for Meenachil Taluk is based on Census 2011 and District Census Handbook (DCHB) amenities fields. Reported signals include primary school in 25 villages (100%), mobile coverage in 25 villages (100%), all-weather road in 25 villages (100%), domestic power supply in 25 villages (100%). These are historical village amenities, not live service guarantees.
Facility Coverage Summary
| Facility | Villages with Facility | Reported Villages | Gap Count | % of All Villages |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Primary School | 25 | 25 | 0 | 100 |
| Mobile Coverage | 25 | 25 | 0 | 100 |
| All-Weather Road | 25 | 25 | 0 | 100 |
| PDS Shop | 25 | 25 | 0 | 100 |
| Domestic Power Supply | 25 | 25 | 0 | 100 |
Median Nearest Town Distance12 km
Villages within 5 km4
Villages over 25 km0
Nearest Town Distance Bands
| Distance Band | Villages | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Within 5 Km | 4 | 16% |
| 5-10 Km | 6 | 24% |
| 10-25 Km | 15 | 60% |
| Over 25 Km | 0 | 0% |
Location and Distance Highlights
Location and distance fields show how Meenachil villages relate to nearby towns and headquarters. Nearest-town distance is reported for 25 villages, with an average of 12.64 km. The farthest listed nearest-town distance is 24.0 km for Poonjar Vadakkekara. Use these figures for orientation only.
| Distance Type | Reported Villages | Average km | Maximum km | Village | Place / HQ |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Nearest Town Distance | 25 | 12.64 | 24 | Poonjar Vadakkekara | Palai |
About the Available Data
This data coverage section explains the fields available for Meenachil Taluk. The page summarises 26 data fields and 650 reported values from Census 2011 and District Census Handbook (DCHB) public records. Some values may be blank, old or not listed, so important decisions should be checked with official records.
| Data Section | Fields | Reported Values | Available / Positive Values |
|---|---|---|---|
| Census Codes and Administrative Details | 6 | 150 | 100 |
| Location and Distance | 3 | 75 | 50 |
| Population and Social Groups | 3 | 75 | 75 |
| Education Facilities | 8 | 200 | 129 |
| Connectivity, Roads and Transport | 2 | 50 | 50 |
| Financial, Market and Public Services | 1 | 25 | 25 |
| Power Supply | 3 | 75 | 75 |
Official Reference Links
Use official portals to verify current government information, land records, revenue details or administrative updates.
Data Method and Verification
This page is built as a reference guide, not as an official government record. The village figures come mainly from Census 2011 and District Census Handbook (DCHB) public data. DCHB is published under the Registrar General of India, Government of India.
- Last Reviewed
- 30 May 2026
- Main Source
- Census 2011 village records and District Census Handbook data
- Postal Context
- Use India Post for current address confirmation
- Banking Context
- Use the bank or RBI source record for current service status
Use Vill for village search, Census code lookup, population context and local comparison. For land ownership, revenue records, postal delivery, banking service, emergency travel or legal work, confirm the latest details through the official portal or local office.
Frequently Asked Questions
Which is the most populated village in Meenachil Taluk?
Kidangoor is the most populated village listed for Meenachil Taluk, with 25,170 people and 6,193 households.
Which village has the largest recorded area in Meenachil Taluk?
Poonjar Thekkekara has the largest recorded village area in Meenachil Taluk, at 5,562 hectares.
How many Gram Panchayats are reported for Meenachil Taluk?
The administrative summary reports 23 Gram Panchayats for Meenachil Taluk. Reported names include Bharananganam,, Karoor, Kadanad and Kadaplamattom, Kidangoor.
What village facilities are reported in Meenachil Taluk?
The facility section uses Census 2011 and District Census Handbook (DCHB) village amenities fields. High-count signals include primary school in 25 villages, mobile coverage in 25 villages, all-weather road in 25 villages. These are historical records, not live service guarantees.
What bank ATM, CDM and CRM records are available for Meenachil Taluk?
Meenachil Taluk has 174 bank ATM, CDM and CRM service records from RBI-sourced data. State Bank of India has the highest number of listed records, with 78 entries. Verify current service details with the bank.
What can I find in the Meenachil Taluk village table?
The table lists villages with Census village code, population, households, area, nearest town and key facility details where available.
Is Meenachil also a sub-district in Census data?
Yes. In Census data this administrative level is recorded as a sub-district, while local wording may use terms such as tehsil, taluka, taluk, mandal, block or tahasil depending on the state.