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Village code 628398
Arackal Village, Pathanapuram Taluk: Map, PIN Code and Population
Arackal 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
Arackal is a village in Pathanapuram Taluk, also recorded as a Census sub-district, Kollam district, Kerala. For Arackal, the population is 17,240, PIN code is 691306 and Census village code is 628398. 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 Arackal Village
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Quick Facts
| Village code | 628398 |
|---|---|
| PIN code | 691306 |
| Population | 17,240 |
| Households | 4,625 |
| Area | 1,714 ha / 17.14 sq. km / 4,235 acres |
| Population density | 1,006 people per sq. km |
| Sex ratio | 1148 females per 1,000 males |
| Nearest town | Punalur (16 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 Arackal, 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, Alayamon BO, Cherukulam BO, Edamulackal BO, Ezhiyam Vattathra Mala Mukku BO, and Karukone 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
Arackal comes under Edamulackal 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 12 km. The Census district headquarters, Kollam, is 37 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 | 12 |
| 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 Arackal village and its household count.
Total population
17,240 residents in 4,625 households
Male population
8,026
Female population
9,214
SC/ST population
Scheduled Castes: 2,332; Scheduled Tribes: 69
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: 5
Private primary school
Available; count: 5
Middle school
Available; government count: 4
Secondary school
Available; government count: 3
Senior secondary school
Available; government count: 3
Vocational / ITI training
Available; government count: 1
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.
| Primary health centre | 1 |
|---|---|
| Primary health sub-centre | 3 |
| ASHA worker | Available |
| Medicine shop | 1 |
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 | Not available in village |
| ATM | Not available in village |
| Commercial bank | Available |
| Cooperative bank | Available |
| Agricultural credit society | Not available in village |
| 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 | Not available in village |
| 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 | Not available in village |
| Open drainage | Not available in village |
| 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 | 1,363.03 hectares |
|---|---|
| Irrigated area | 64.45 hectares |
| Unirrigated area | 1,386.20 hectares |
| Wells / tube wells irrigated area | 38.20 hectares |
| Non-agricultural area | 121.59 hectares |
| Current fallow land | 7.07 hectares |
| Other fallow land | 80.55 hectares |
| Main crop | Rubber |
| Second crop | Vegetables |
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 5-10 km away. |
|---|---|
| ATM | Not available in village; nearest reported facility is 0 km. |
How to Reach Arackal
Punalur (16 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 (16 km) |
|---|---|
| Taluk headquarters | Punalur (12 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 628398
- India Post PIN code search 691306
Additional Facilities Reported
This compact snapshot summarizes public village facility records for Arackal. 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; 5 |
| Private Primary School | Available; 5 |
| Govt Middle School | Available; 4 |
| Private Middle School | Available; 1 |
| Govt Secondary School | Available; 3 |
| Govt Senior Secondary School | Available; 3 |
| Private Senior Secondary School | Available; 1 |
| Govt Vocational Training School ITI | Available; 1 |
| Primary Health Centre | 1 |
| Primary Health Centre Doctors Total Strength | 1 |
| Primary Health Centre Doctors in Position | 1 |
| Primary Health Centre Para Medical Staff Total Strength | 12 |
| Primary Health Centre Para Medical Staff in Position | 11 |
| Primary Health Sub Centre | 3 |
| Primary Heallth Sub Centre Doctors Total Strength | 3 |
| Primary Heallth Sub Centre Doctors in Position | 3 |
| Primary Heallth Sub Centre Para Medical Staff Total Strength | 6 |
| Primary Heallth Sub Centre Para Medical Staff in Position | 6 |
| Maternity and Child Welfare Centre | 1 |
| Maternity and Child Welfare Centre Doctors Total Strength | 1 |
| Maternity and Child Welfare Centre Doctors in Position | 1 |
| Maternity and Child Welfare Centre Para Medical Staff Total Strength | 2 |
| Maternity and Child Welfare Centre Para Medical Staff in Position | 2 |
| Family Welfare Centre | 1 |
| Family Welfare Centre Doctors Total Strength | 1 |
| Family Welfare Centre Doctors in Position | 1 |
| Family Welfare Centre Para Medical Staff Total Strength | 1 |
| Family Welfare Centre Para Medical Staff in Position | 1 |
| Non Government Medical Facilities Out Patient | 4 |
| Non Government Medical Facilities Medical Prctitioner with MBBS Degree | 4 |
| Non Government Medical Facilities Medical Prctitioner with Other Degree | 1 |
| Non Government Medical Facilities Traditional Practitioner and Faith Healer | 2 |
| Non Government Medical Facilities Medicine Shop | 1 |
| Tap Water-Treated | Available |
| Tap Water Treated Functioning All Round the Year | Available |
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 Arackal village located?
Arackal is located in Pathanapuram Taluk, also recorded as a Census sub-district. District: Kollam.
Which Taluk is Arackal in?
Arackal is in Pathanapuram Taluk. In Census tables, this level is also called a sub-district.
Which district is Arackal in?
District: Kollam.
What is the village code of Arackal?
The Census village code of Arackal is 628398.
What is the PIN code of Arackal?
The PIN code reported for Arackal is 691306.
What is the population of Arackal?
Arackal has 17,240 residents in 4,625 households as per Census 2011.
Which gram panchayat is Arackal part of?
Arackal comes under Edamulackal gram panchayat.
Which is the nearest town to Arackal?
The nearest statutory town to Arackal is Punalur (16 km).
Which crops are grown in Arackal?
The main crops reported for Arackal are Rubber and Vegetables.
What land-use details are available for Arackal?
Land-use details for Arackal include net area sown: 1,363.03 hectares, irrigated area: 64.45 hectares, and unirrigated area: 1,386.20 hectares.
Is there a government primary school in Arackal?
Government primary school status for Arackal is available in the village.
Is public bus service available in Arackal?
Public bus service is available in the village.
Is mobile phone coverage available in Arackal?
Mobile phone coverage is available in the village.
What is the total area of Arackal?
The total geographical area of Arackal is 1,714 hectares.
How many households are in Arackal?
Arackal has 4,625 households as per Census 2011.
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