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Village code 628231
Purakkad Village, Ambalappuzha Taluk: Map, PIN Code and Population
Purakkad is a village in Ambalappuzha Taluk, also recorded as a Census sub-district, Alappuzha 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
Purakkad is a village in Ambalappuzha Taluk, also recorded as a Census sub-district, Alappuzha district, Kerala. For Purakkad, the population is 29,782, PIN code is 673522 and Census village code is 628231. 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 Purakkad Village
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Quick Facts
| Village code | 628231 |
|---|---|
| PIN code | 673522 |
| Population | 29,782 |
| Households | 7,219 |
| Area | 2,321 ha / 23.21 sq. km / 5,735 acres |
| Population density | 1,283 people per sq. km |
| Sex ratio | 1071 females per 1,000 males |
| Nearest town | Alappuzha (17 km) |
| Current state | Kerala |
| Census 2011 state | Kerala |
| Current district | Alappuzha |
| Census 2011 district | Alappuzha |
Postal and PIN Code Details
The table below shows post office records linked with PIN code 673522. This helps users verify the postal area for Purakkad, but it does not prove that every listed post office is located inside the village.
| PIN code | 673522 |
|---|---|
| Post offices linked with this PIN | Purakkad BO, Payyoli SO, Kilur Meladi BO, and Pallikara BO |
| Best matching post office | Purakkad BO (Branch office) |
| Delivery office records | 4 |
| Postal district | Kozhikode |
| Postal state | Kerala |
| Postal division | Vadakara Division |
| Postal circle | Kerala Circle |
| Source | India Post Postal Index Number code reference data |
Location and Administration
Purakkad comes under Purakkad gram panchayat and Ambalappuzha C.D. Block. Its local administrative unit is Ambalappuzha Taluk, also recorded as a Census sub-district. The taluk headquarters is Alappuzha at 4 km. The Census district headquarters, Alappuzha, is 17 km away.
| Current state | Kerala |
|---|---|
| Census 2011 state | Kerala |
| Current district | Alappuzha |
| Census 2011 district | Alappuzha |
| State code | 32 |
| District code | 598 |
| Taluk / Census sub-district code | 5674 |
| Gram panchayat code | 05 |
| C.D. Block code | 112 |
| Block panchayat code | 112 |
Population Profile
The population details below are from Census 2011 village records. They help you understand the size of Purakkad village and its household count.
Total population
29,782 residents in 7,219 households
Male population
14,383
Female population
15,399
SC/ST population
Scheduled Castes: 1,695; Scheduled Tribes: 132
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: 2
Middle school
Available; government count: 1
Secondary school
Not available in village
Senior secondary school
Not available in village
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.
| Community health centre | 1 |
|---|---|
| Dispensary | 2 |
| ASHA worker | Available |
| Veterinary hospital | 1 |
| Medicine shop | 8 |
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 | Available |
| 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 | Available |
| ATM | Not available in village |
| 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 | Not available in village |
|---|---|
| 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 | 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 | 2,235 hectares |
|---|---|
| Irrigated area | 1,723.01 hectares |
| Unirrigated area | 511.99 hectares |
| Canal irrigated area | 744.67 hectares |
| Wells / tube wells irrigated area | 210.60 hectares |
| Tanks / lakes irrigated area | 127.20 hectares |
| Non-agricultural area | 86 hectares |
| Main crop | Paddy |
| Second crop | Coconut |
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.
| Senior secondary school | Not available in village; nearest reported place: Ambalappuzha, within 5 km. |
|---|---|
| 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 Purakkad
Alappuzha (17 km) is the nearest statutory town in the available village directory data. Alappuzha 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 | Alappuzha (17 km) |
|---|---|
| Taluk headquarters | Alappuzha (4 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
- Alappuzha district administration Official district portal
- Ente Bhoomi land records Verify land records officially
- Census India Village code 628231
- India Post PIN code search 673522
Additional Facilities Reported
This compact snapshot summarizes public village facility records for Purakkad. 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; 2 |
| Govt Middle School | Available; 1 |
| Private Middle School | Available; 1 |
| Private Secondary School | Available; 1 |
| Private Senior Secondary School | Available; 1 |
| Private Management Institute | Available; 1 |
| Govt Vocational Training School ITI | Available; 1 |
| Community Health Centre | 1 |
| Community Health Centre Doctors Total Strength | 1 |
| Community Health Centre Doctors in Position | 1 |
| Community Health Centre Para Medical Staff Total Strength | 5 |
| Community Health Centre Para Medical Staff in Position | 4 |
| Dispensary | 2 |
| Dispensary Doctors Total Strength | 2 |
| Dispensary Doctors in Position | 2 |
| Dispensary Para Medical Staff Total Strength | 8 |
| Dispensary Para Medical Staff in Position | 5 |
| 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 | 3 |
| Non Government Medical Facilities in and Out Patient | 3 |
| Non Government Medical Facilities Charitable | 3 |
| Non Government Medical Facilities Medical Prctitioner with MBBS Degree | 6 |
| Non Government Medical Facilities Medical Prctitioner with Other Degree | 4 |
| Non Government Medical Facilities Medical Practitioner with No Degree | 1 |
| Non Government Medical Facilities Medicine Shop | 8 |
| Tap Water Untreated | Available |
| Tap Water Untreated Functioning All Round the Year | Available |
| Tap Water Untreated Functioning in Summer Months April September | Available |
| Covered Well | Available |
| Covered Well 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 Purakkad village located?
Purakkad is located in Ambalappuzha Taluk, also recorded as a Census sub-district. District: Alappuzha.
Which Taluk is Purakkad in?
Purakkad is in Ambalappuzha Taluk. In Census tables, this level is also called a sub-district.
Which district is Purakkad in?
District: Alappuzha.
What is the village code of Purakkad?
The Census village code of Purakkad is 628231.
What is the PIN code of Purakkad?
The PIN code reported for Purakkad is 673522.
What is the population of Purakkad?
Purakkad has 29,782 residents in 7,219 households as per Census 2011.
Which gram panchayat is Purakkad part of?
Purakkad comes under Purakkad gram panchayat.
Which is the nearest town to Purakkad?
The nearest statutory town to Purakkad is Alappuzha (17 km).
Which crops are grown in Purakkad?
The main crops reported for Purakkad are Paddy and Coconut.
What land-use details are available for Purakkad?
Land-use details for Purakkad include net area sown: 2,235 hectares, irrigated area: 1,723.01 hectares, and unirrigated area: 511.99 hectares.
Is there a government primary school in Purakkad?
Government primary school status for Purakkad is available in the village.
Is public bus service available in Purakkad?
Public bus service is available in the village.
Is mobile phone coverage available in Purakkad?
Mobile phone coverage is available in the village.
What is the total area of Purakkad?
The total geographical area of Purakkad is 2,321 hectares.
How many households are in Purakkad?
Purakkad has 7,219 households as per Census 2011.
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