Panchayats Within Kazhakkoottam
The constituency covers Kazhakoottam and Sreekaryam panchayats, along with selected wards of Thiruvananthapuram Corporation — specifically Wards 1–12, 14, 76, 79 & 81.
Geographic & Demographic Features
Kazhakkoottam is an important urban-suburban corridor, anchored by Technopark — the largest IT park in India — and connected by NH-66 and NH-47 (now NH-66). The area spans approximately 89 km², encompassing dense residential zones, tech campuses, and transit infrastructure. The literacy rate mirrors the district average of around 92.6%, while Scheduled Caste residents constitute close to 12% of the electorate.
Livelihood Spectrum
Information Technology dominates the local economy; Technopark contributes an estimated 35% of Kerala’s IT export volume, anchoring employment and ancillary services around Kazhakkoottam.
Other contributors include:
Trade & small business, serving local residents and tech professionals.
Education & biotech institutions, including university campuses and research centres.
NRIs & remittances, though less dominant than in rural zones.
The blue economy and agriculture have limited roles in this primarily urban constituency.
Economic Strata
The area is largely middle to upper-middle class, supported by stable IT jobs, corporate-linked services, and education sectors. A smaller upper-income tier includes entrepreneurs, senior professionals, and property owners. BPL households are minimal, with most residents enjoying formal-sector incomes.
Recent Development Highlights
Railway upgrade works at Kazhakkoottam station, including platform extensions, benches, and improved passenger amenities, are underway under a Southern Railway modernization drive.
A new “She Lodge” (Nivasam initiative) is set to open by late July 2025, offering affordable and safe stay facilities for women visitors, especially IT professionals and exam goers, near the corporation zoning office; the ₹4.75 crore project includes 22 rooms and dedicated parking.
The NH-66 Kazhakkoottam–Kadampattukonam stretch has regained momentum after delays in material supply, with revised targets to complete by December 2025. Nearly 40% of construction—including retaining walls and service roads—is already underway.
Educational infrastructure improvements include the launch of “Varnakkoodaram” pre-primary centre at Chengottukonam Government LP School as part of SSK STARS initiative, featuring 13 activity zones and smart classrooms for enhanced foundational learning.
Conclusion
Kazhakkoottam Assembly Constituency represents Kerala’s urban-forward transformation—centered on IT exports, educational institutions, and rapid infrastructural growth. The population trends towards upper-middle and middle-income strata, with very limited BPL presence. Recent efforts — from railway enhancements and the upcoming She Lodge to highway modernization and school infrastructure — highlight a concerted push toward sustainable urban development aligned with its technological identity.
