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Village code 628155
Arpookara Village, Kottayam Taluk: Map, PIN Code and Population
Arpookara is a village in Kottayam Taluk, also recorded as a Census sub-district, Kottayam 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
Arpookara is a village in Kottayam Taluk, also recorded as a Census sub-district, Kottayam district, Kerala. For Arpookara, the population is 23,366, PIN code is 686008 and Census village code is 628155. 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 Arpookara Village
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Quick Facts
| Village code | 628155 |
|---|---|
| PIN code | 686008 |
| Population | 23,366 |
| Households | 5,641 |
| Area | 2,340 ha / 23.40 sq. km / 5,782 acres |
| Population density | 999 people per sq. km |
| Sex ratio | 1023 females per 1,000 males |
| Nearest town | Kottayam (12 km) |
| Current state | Kerala |
| Census 2011 state | Kerala |
| Current district | Kottayam |
| Census 2011 district | Kottayam |
Postal and PIN Code Details
The table below shows post office records linked with PIN code 686008. This helps users verify the postal area for Arpookara, but it does not prove that every listed post office is located inside the village.
| PIN code | 686008 |
|---|---|
| Post offices linked with this PIN | Arpookara BO, Arpookara East BO, Gandhi Nagar SO Kottayam, and Villoonni BO |
| Best matching post office | Arpookara BO (Branch office) |
| Delivery office records | 4 |
| Postal district | Kottayam |
| Postal state | Kerala |
| Postal division | Kottayam Division |
| Postal circle | Kerala Circle |
| Source | India Post Postal Index Number code reference data |
Location and Administration
Arpookara comes under Arpookara gram panchayat and Ettumanoor C.D. Block. Its local administrative unit is Kottayam Taluk, also recorded as a Census sub-district. The taluk headquarters is Kottayam at 12 km. The Census district headquarters, Kottayam, is 12 km away.
| Current state | Kerala |
|---|---|
| Census 2011 state | Kerala |
| Current district | Kottayam |
| Census 2011 district | Kottayam |
| State code | 32 |
| District code | 597 |
| Taluk / Census sub-district code | 5670 |
| Gram panchayat code | 01 |
| C.D. Block code | 99 |
| Block panchayat code | 99 |
Population Profile
The population details below are from Census 2011 village records. They help you understand the size of Arpookara village and its household count.
Total population
23,366 residents in 5,641 households
Male population
11,552
Female population
11,814
SC/ST population
Scheduled Castes: 1,460; Scheduled Tribes: 57
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: 2
Government primary school
Available; count: 4
Private primary school
Available; count: 3
Middle school
Available; government count: 2
Secondary school
Available; government count: 2
Senior secondary school
Available; government count: 2
Vocational / ITI training
Not available in village
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 sub-centre | 2 |
|---|---|
| Dispensary | 3 |
| ASHA worker | Available |
| Veterinary hospital | 1 |
| Medicine shop | 10 |
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 | Not available in village |
|---|---|
| Private bus service | Available |
| Railway station | Not available in village |
| National highway | Not available in village |
| State highway | Not available in village |
| 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 | Available |
| 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 | Not available in village |
| 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 | Not available in village |
| Hand pump | Not available in village |
| Tube wells / boreholes | Available |
| Closed drainage | Not available in village |
| Open drainage | Available |
| Total sanitation campaign coverage | Available |
| Domestic power supply | Available |
| Agriculture power supply | Available |
| Commercial power supply | Available |
| Summer domestic power | 24 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 | 2,011.18 hectares |
|---|---|
| Irrigated area | 1,417.10 hectares |
| Unirrigated area | 594.08 hectares |
| Canal irrigated area | 1,417.10 hectares |
| Non-agricultural area | 328.82 hectares |
| Main crop | Paddy |
| Second crop | Coconut |
| Third crop | Rubber |
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.
| Public bus service | Not available in village; nearest reported facility is within 5 km. |
|---|---|
| Railway station | Not available in village; nearest reported facility is 5-10 km away. |
How to Reach Arpookara
Kottayam (12 km) is the nearest statutory town in the available village directory data. Kottayam 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 | Kottayam (12 km) |
|---|---|
| Taluk headquarters | Kottayam (12 km) |
| Public bus service | Not available in village |
| 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
- Kottayam district administration Official district portal
- Ente Bhoomi land records Verify land records officially
- Census India Village code 628155
- India Post PIN code search 686008
Additional Facilities Reported
This compact snapshot summarizes public village facility records for Arpookara. It helps surface useful facilities without making the page difficult to scan.
| Private Pre Primary School Nursery LKG UKG | Available; 2 |
|---|---|
| Govt Primary School | Available; 4 |
| Private Primary School | Available; 3 |
| Govt Middle School | Available; 2 |
| Govt Secondary School | Available; 2 |
| Govt Senior Secondary School | Available; 2 |
| Govt Medicine College | Available; 1 |
| Private School for Disabled | Available; 2 |
| Primary Health Sub Centre | 2 |
| Primary Heallth Sub Centre Doctors Total Strength | 1 |
| Primary Heallth Sub Centre Doctors in Position | 1 |
| Primary Heallth Sub Centre Para Medical Staff Total Strength | 2 |
| Primary Heallth Sub Centre Para Medical Staff in Position | 2 |
| 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 |
| Veterinary Hospital Para Medical Staff Total Strength | 3 |
| Veterinary Hospital Para Medical Staff in Position | 3 |
| Non Government Medical Facilities Out Patient | 4 |
| Non Government Medical Facilities in and Out Patient | 2 |
| Non Government Medical Facilities Medical Prctitioner with MBBS Degree | 4 |
| Non Government Medical Facilities Medicine Shop | 10 |
| Tap Water-Treated | Available |
| Tap Water Treated Functioning All Round the Year | Available |
| Tap Water Treated Functioning in Summer Months April September | Available |
| Covered Well | 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 Arpookara village located?
Arpookara is located in Kottayam Taluk, also recorded as a Census sub-district. District: Kottayam.
Which Taluk is Arpookara in?
Arpookara is in Kottayam Taluk. In Census tables, this level is also called a sub-district.
Which district is Arpookara in?
District: Kottayam.
What is the village code of Arpookara?
The Census village code of Arpookara is 628155.
What is the PIN code of Arpookara?
The PIN code reported for Arpookara is 686008.
What is the population of Arpookara?
Arpookara has 23,366 residents in 5,641 households as per Census 2011.
Which gram panchayat is Arpookara part of?
Arpookara comes under Arpookara gram panchayat.
Which is the nearest town to Arpookara?
The nearest statutory town to Arpookara is Kottayam (12 km).
Which crops are grown in Arpookara?
The main crops reported for Arpookara are Paddy, Coconut, and Rubber.
What land-use details are available for Arpookara?
Land-use details for Arpookara include net area sown: 2,011.18 hectares, irrigated area: 1,417.10 hectares, and unirrigated area: 594.08 hectares.
Is there a government primary school in Arpookara?
Government primary school status for Arpookara is available in the village.
Is public bus service available in Arpookara?
Public bus service is not available in village.
Is mobile phone coverage available in Arpookara?
Mobile phone coverage is available in the village.
What is the total area of Arpookara?
The total geographical area of Arpookara is 2,340 hectares.
How many households are in Arpookara?
Arpookara has 5,641 households as per Census 2011.
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