Thillenkeri - Iritty, Kannur
Thillenkeri is a village situated in the Iritty taluka of Kannur district, Kerala. It is located approximately 45 km from Thalassery and around 50 km from Kannur. Thillankeri serves as the Gram Panchayat for Thillenkeri village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Thillenkeri is 627262. The village covers a total geographical area of 2506 hectares and falls under the 670702 pincode. Mattannur is the nearest town, located about 14 km away.
Thillenkeri village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Mattannur Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Kannur Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Thillenkeri
According to the 2011 Census, Thillenkeri village had a total population of 14,583 people, including 6,967 males and 7,616 females, living in 3,204 households. The sex ratio was 1,093 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 92.78%, with male literacy at 96.43% and female literacy at 89.50%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 248, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 400.
The table below presents a detailed demographic breakdown of the village, including separate male and female figures for each population category.
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 14,583 | 6,967 | 7,616 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 1,653 | 838 | 815 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 248 | 112 | 136 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 400 | 194 | 206 |
| Literate Population | 11,997 | 5,910 | 6,087 |
| Illiterate Population | 2,586 | 1,057 | 1,529 |
Nearby Villages of Thillenkeri
Thillenkeri 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 Thillenkeri
Thillenkeri 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 Mattannur to Thillenkeri is about 14 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Kannur to Thillenkeri is about 50 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.4 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Thillenkeri
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Thillenkeri 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 Thillenkeri
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Thillenkeri 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) | Yes | Available within village |
FAQs about Thillenkeri
Where is Thillenkeri located?
Thillenkeri village is located in Iritty Taluka, Kannur district, Kerala, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Thillenkeri?
The Gram Panchayat of Thillenkeri is Thillankeri.
What is the pincode of Thillenkeri?
The pincode of Thillenkeri is 670702.
What is the population of Thillenkeri?
Thillenkeri had a total population of 14,583, including 6,967 males and 7,616 females.
How many households are there in Thillenkeri?
Thillenkeri had 3,204 households.
What is the literacy rate in Thillenkeri?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Thillenkeri was 92.78%. Male literacy was 96.43% and female literacy was 89.50%.