Vilamana - Iritty, Kannur
Vilamana is a village situated in the Iritty taluka of Kannur district, Kerala. It is located approximately 51 km from Thalassery and around 45 km from Kannur. Payam serves as the Gram Panchayat for Vilamana village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Vilamana is 627254. The village covers a total geographical area of 1630 hectares and falls under the 670706 pincode. Mattannur is the nearest town, located about 22 km away.
Vilamana 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 Vilamana
According to the 2011 Census, Vilamana village had a total population of 14,059 people, including 6,944 males and 7,115 females, living in 3,206 households. The sex ratio was 1,025 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 94.76%, with male literacy at 96.54% and female literacy at 93.04%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 338, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 360.
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 | 14,059 | 6,944 | 7,115 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 1,360 | 698 | 662 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 338 | 168 | 170 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 360 | 162 | 198 |
| Literate Population | 12,034 | 6,030 | 6,004 |
| Illiterate Population | 2,025 | 914 | 1,111 |
Nearby Villages of Vilamana
Vilamana 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 Vilamana
Vilamana 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 Vilamana is about 22 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Kannur to Vilamana is about 45 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Vilamana
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Vilamana 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 Vilamana
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Vilamana 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 Vilamana
Where is Vilamana located?
Vilamana village is located in Iritty Taluka, Kannur district, Kerala, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Vilamana?
The Gram Panchayat of Vilamana is Payam.
What is the pincode of Vilamana?
The pincode of Vilamana is 670706.
What is the population of Vilamana?
Vilamana had a total population of 14,059, including 6,944 males and 7,115 females.
How many households are there in Vilamana?
Vilamana had 3,206 households.
What is the literacy rate in Vilamana?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Vilamana was 94.76%. Male literacy was 96.54% and female literacy was 93.04%.