Kottiyoor - Iritty, Kannur
Kottiyoor is a village situated in the Iritty taluka of Kannur district, Kerala. It is located approximately 65 km from Thalassery and around 79 km from Kannur. Kottiyoor village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Kottiyoor is 627257. The village covers a total geographical area of 15501 hectares and falls under the 670651 pincode. Koothuparamba is the nearest town, located about 45 km away.
Kottiyoor village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Peravoor Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Kannur Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Kottiyoor
As per Census 2011, Kottiyoor village has a total population of 16,698 people, consisting of 8,239 males and 8,459 females. The village has 4,156 households and a sex ratio of 1,026 females per 1,000 males. There are 1,568 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 14,348 literate and 2,350 illiterate residents. Additionally, 450 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 1,125 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Kottiyoor are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 16,698 | 8,239 | 8,459 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 1,568 | 786 | 782 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 450 | 223 | 227 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1,125 | 546 | 579 |
| Literate Population | 14,348 | 7,138 | 7,210 |
| Illiterate Population | 2,350 | 1,101 | 1,249 |
Nearby Villages of Kottiyoor
Kottiyoor is surrounded by several nearby villages in its surroundings. These villages are part of the local area and are commonly connected through local routes and daily movement of people.
Transport and Connectivity of Kottiyoor
Kottiyoor is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Koothuparamba to Kottiyoor is about 45 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.3 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Kannur to Kottiyoor is about 79 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Kottiyoor
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Kottiyoor village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | Yes | Available within village |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Kottiyoor
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Kottiyoor village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Kottiyoor
Where is Kottiyoor located?
Kottiyoor village is located in Iritty Taluka, Kannur district, Kerala, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Kottiyoor?
Kottiyoor is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Kottiyoor?
The pincode of Kottiyoor is 670651.
What is the population of Kottiyoor?
Kottiyoor has a total population of 16,698, including 8,239 males and 8,459 females.
How many households are there in Kottiyoor?
There are 4,156 households in Kottiyoor.
What is the literacy rate in Kottiyoor?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Kottiyoor is 85.93%. Male literacy is 86.64% and female literacy is 85.23%.