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Anchal Village, Pathanapuram Taluk: Map, PIN Code and Population
Anchal is a village in Pathanapuram Taluk, also recorded as a Census sub-district, Kollam district, Kerala. This page gives the village map, PIN code, population, village code, gram panchayat, public facilities, roads, water, power, land use and nearby village links in one place.
Data last reviewed: 28 April 2026. Data is mainly based on Census 2011 and public village directory records. Current names, boundaries and facilities may have changed.
Village Overview
Anchal is a village in Pathanapuram Taluk, also recorded as a Census sub-district, Kollam district, Kerala. For Anchal, the population is 33,088, PIN code is 691306 and Census village code is 628400. Use this page to understand the basic location, Census village data, public services and nearby villages before checking official records.
Source year
Census 2011 for population and village code, with public village directory data for facilities
Important note
Map and data are for general information. Verify legal and land records from official sources.
Google Map of Anchal Village
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Quick Facts
| Village code | 628400 |
|---|---|
| PIN code | 691306 |
| Population | 33,088 |
| Households | 8,793 |
| Area | 2,455 ha / 24.55 sq. km / 6,066 acres |
| Population density | 1,348 people per sq. km |
| Sex ratio | 1103 females per 1,000 males |
| Nearest town | Punalur (12 km) |
| Current state | Kerala |
| Census 2011 state | Kerala |
| Current district | Kollam |
| Census 2011 district | Kollam |
Postal and PIN Code Details
The table below shows post office records linked with PIN code 691306. This helps users verify the postal area for Anchal, but it does not prove that every listed post office is located inside the village.
| PIN code | 691306 |
|---|---|
| Post offices linked with this PIN | Anchal SO, Vayalaanchal BO, Alayamon BO, Cherukulam BO, Edamulackal BO, and Ezhiyam Vattathra Mala Mukku BO |
| Best matching post office | Anchal SO (Post office) |
| Delivery office records | 11 |
| Postal district | Kollam |
| Postal state | Kerala |
| Postal division | Pathanamthitta Division |
| Postal circle | Kerala Circle |
| Source | India Post Postal Index Number code reference data |
Location and Administration
Anchal comes under Anchal gram panchayat and Anchal C.D. Block. Its local administrative unit is Pathanapuram Taluk, also recorded as a Census sub-district. The taluk headquarters is Punalur at 16 km. The Census district headquarters, Kollam, is 40 km away.
| Current state | Kerala |
|---|---|
| Census 2011 state | Kerala |
| Current district | Kollam |
| Census 2011 district | Kollam |
| State code | 32 |
| District code | 600 |
| Taluk / Census sub-district code | 5686 |
| Gram panchayat code | 13 |
| C.D. Block code | 133 |
| Block panchayat code | 133 |
Population Profile
The population details below are from Census 2011 village records. They help you understand the size of Anchal village and its household count.
Total population
33,088 residents in 8,793 households
Male population
15,732
Female population
17,356
SC/ST population
Scheduled Castes: 2,992; Scheduled Tribes: 82
SC male/female split
Male: Not reported; Female: Not reported
ST male/female split
Male: Not reported; Female: Not reported
Schools and Education
This section shows school facilities reported in the public village directory. School counts follow Census village directory rules. A composite school may be counted under more than one level, such as primary, middle and secondary. If a school count is not reported, confirm the latest local school details before admission or travel.
Government pre-primary school
Not available in village
Private pre-primary school
Available; count: 3
Government primary school
Available; count: 6
Private primary school
Available; count: 6
Middle school
Available; government count: 3
Secondary school
Available; government count: 2
Senior secondary school
Available; government count: 2
Vocational / ITI training
Available; government count: 2
Arts and science degree college
Not available in village
Health Facilities
Health facilities are Census-reported facilities such as CHC, PHC, sub-centre, dispensary, mobile health clinic, ASHA worker and medicine shop. They are not real-time service guarantees. Health records can change over time, so use this list as a starting point and confirm the latest service availability locally.
| Community health centre | 1 |
|---|---|
| Primary health sub-centre | 2 |
| Mobile health clinic | 1 |
| Dispensary | 3 |
| ASHA worker | Available |
| Veterinary hospital | 1 |
| Medicine shop | 7 |
Connectivity and Public Services
An all-weather road means the village approach was reported as usable in fair and foul weather. Pucca, kuchha, WBM and footpath are separate Census road categories. Mobile coverage means the village was treated as having access when mobile service was available to at least some residents under Census reporting practice. These details also show bus, railway, banking, post office and public service availability reported for the village.
| Public bus service | Available |
|---|---|
| Private bus service | Available |
| Railway station | Not available in village |
| National highway | Not available in village |
| State highway | Available |
| Major district road | Available |
| Black topped road | Available |
| All-weather road | Available |
| Post office | Available |
| Village PIN code facility | Available |
| Mobile phone coverage | Available |
| CSC / internet cafe | Available |
| ATM | Available |
| Commercial bank | Available |
| Cooperative bank | Available |
| Agricultural credit society | Available |
| PDS shop | Available |
| Mandi / regular market | Available |
| Weekly haat | Available |
| Self-help group | Available |
| Anganwadi centre | Available |
| Assembly polling station | Available |
| Birth and death registration office | Available |
| Daily newspaper supply | Available |
| Sports field | Available |
| Public library | Available |
| Public reading room | Available |
Water, Sanitation and Power
Drinking water sources are Census categories such as treated tap water, untreated tap water, covered or uncovered well, hand pump, tube well, spring, river, canal, tank, pond or lake. Power availability means electricity was reported as available for the stated use. It does not mean uninterrupted electricity or current connection status.
| Treated tap water | Available |
|---|---|
| Untreated tap water | Available |
| Hand pump | Available |
| Tube wells / boreholes | Available |
| Closed drainage | Available |
| Open drainage | Available |
| Total sanitation campaign coverage | Available |
| Domestic power supply | Available |
| Agriculture power supply | Available |
| Commercial power supply | Available |
| Summer domestic power | 23 hours per day |
| Winter domestic power | 24 hours per day |
Agriculture and Land Use
Land-use area is reported in hectares using Census village directory land-use categories such as net area sown, irrigated area, forest, fallow land and non-agricultural use. This is useful for general village research, farming context and local area study.
| Net area sown | 1,992.64 hectares |
|---|---|
| Irrigated area | 425 hectares |
| Unirrigated area | 1,787.79 hectares |
| Non-agricultural area | 106 hectares |
| Current fallow land | 220.15 hectares |
| Main crop | Rubber |
| Second crop | Tapioca |
| Third crop | Paddy |
Nearby Facility Clues
When a facility is not available inside the village, Census records may give the nearest place or distance range where the facility is available.
| Railway station | Not available in village; nearest reported facility is more than 10 km away. |
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How to Reach Anchal
Punalur (12 km) is the nearest statutory town in the available village directory data. Punalur is the sub-district headquarters. Use the Google Map above to plan a route. Before travel, check the latest bus, railway and road options from local sources.
| Nearest major town | Punalur (12 km) |
|---|---|
| Taluk headquarters | Punalur (16 km) |
| Public bus service | Available |
| Railway station in village | Not available in village |
| All-weather road | Available |
Source-Year Notes
Data is mainly based on Census 2011 and public village directory records. Current names, boundaries and facilities may have changed. Facility meanings follow District Census Handbook village directory concepts. Local names such as Taluk, district and gram panchayat may differ from current government records.
For simple meanings of Census village directory terms, see the Census 2011 village directory definitions.
Official Records and Useful Links
Use these official links to verify current government information. Village Maps shows Census 2011 and public directory data for general reference.
- Kerala government website Official state/UT portal
- Kollam district administration Official district portal
- Ente Bhoomi land records Verify land records officially
- Census India Village code 628400
- India Post PIN code search 691306
Additional Facilities Reported
This compact snapshot summarizes public village facility records for Anchal. It helps surface useful facilities without making the page difficult to scan.
| Private Pre Primary School Nursery LKG UKG | Available; 3 |
|---|---|
| Govt Primary School | Available; 6 |
| Private Primary School | Available; 6 |
| Govt Middle School | Available; 3 |
| Private Middle School | Available; 4 |
| Govt Secondary School | Available; 2 |
| Private Secondary School | Available; 3 |
| Govt Senior Secondary School | Available; 2 |
| Private Senior Secondary School | Available; 3 |
| Private Arts and Science Degree College | Available; 1 |
| Govt Vocational Training School ITI | Available; 2 |
| Private Non Formal Training Centre | Available; 1 |
| Private Others | Available; 2 |
| Community Health Centre | 1 |
| Community Health Centre Doctors Total Strength | 4 |
| Community Health Centre Doctors in Position | 3 |
| Community Health Centre Para Medical Staff Total Strength | 20 |
| Community Health Centre Para Medical Staff in Position | 20 |
| Primary Health Sub Centre | 2 |
| Primary Heallth Sub Centre Doctors Total Strength | 2 |
| Primary Heallth Sub Centre Doctors in Position | 2 |
| Primary Heallth Sub Centre Para Medical Staff Total Strength | 4 |
| Primary Heallth Sub Centre Para Medical Staff in Position | 4 |
| TB Clinic | 1 |
| TB Clinic Doctors Total Strength | 1 |
| TB Clinic Doctors in Position | 1 |
| TB Clinic Para Medical Para Medical Staff Total Strength | 2 |
| TB Clinic Para Medical Para Medical Staff in Position | 2 |
| Dispensary | 3 |
| Dispensary Doctors Total Strength | 3 |
| Dispensary Doctors in Position | 3 |
| Dispensary Para Medical Staff Total Strength | 9 |
| Dispensary Para Medical Staff in Position | 9 |
| Veterinary Hospital | 1 |
| Veterinary Hospital Doctors Total Strength | 1 |
| Veterinary Hospital Doctors in Position | 1 |
How to Use Survey Number and Map Details
Use the village code, district, taluk, gram panchayat, PIN code and nearest town details as reference points when searching government land records. For ownership, mutation, survey number, legal boundary and plot-level decisions, check the latest record with the revenue department or official land records portal.
Frequently Asked Questions
Where is Anchal village located?
Anchal is located in Pathanapuram Taluk, also recorded as a Census sub-district. District: Kollam.
Which Taluk is Anchal in?
Anchal is in Pathanapuram Taluk. In Census tables, this level is also called a sub-district.
Which district is Anchal in?
District: Kollam.
What is the village code of Anchal?
The Census village code of Anchal is 628400.
What is the PIN code of Anchal?
The PIN code reported for Anchal is 691306.
What is the population of Anchal?
Anchal has 33,088 residents in 8,793 households as per Census 2011.
Which gram panchayat is Anchal part of?
Anchal comes under Anchal gram panchayat.
Which is the nearest town to Anchal?
The nearest statutory town to Anchal is Punalur (12 km).
Which crops are grown in Anchal?
The main crops reported for Anchal are Rubber, Tapioca, and Paddy.
What land-use details are available for Anchal?
Land-use details for Anchal include net area sown: 1,992.64 hectares, irrigated area: 425 hectares, and unirrigated area: 1,787.79 hectares.
Is there a government primary school in Anchal?
Government primary school status for Anchal is available in the village.
Is public bus service available in Anchal?
Public bus service is available in the village.
Is mobile phone coverage available in Anchal?
Mobile phone coverage is available in the village.
What is the total area of Anchal?
The total geographical area of Anchal is 2,455 hectares.
How many households are in Anchal?
Anchal has 8,793 households as per Census 2011.
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