Chengalai - Taliparamba, Kannur
Chengalai is a village situated in the Taliparamba taluka of Kannur district, Kerala. It is located approximately 20 km from the tehsil headquarters in Taliparamba and around 42 km from the district headquarters in Kannur. Chengalai village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Chengalai is 627207. The village covers a total geographical area of 2118 hectares and falls under the 670142 pincode. Taliparamba is the nearest town, located about 18 km away.
Chengalai village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Irikkur Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Kannur Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Chengalai
As per Census 2011, Chengalai village has a total population of 15,800 people, consisting of 7,462 males and 8,338 females. The village has 3,270 households and a sex ratio of 1,117 females per 1,000 males. There are 1,969 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 12,822 literate and 2,978 illiterate residents. Additionally, 1,465 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 36 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Chengalai are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 15,800 | 7,462 | 8,338 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 1,969 | 976 | 993 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 1,465 | 749 | 716 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 36 | 18 | 18 |
| Literate Population | 12,822 | 6,247 | 6,575 |
| Illiterate Population | 2,978 | 1,215 | 1,763 |
Nearby Villages of Chengalai
Chengalai 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 Chengalai
Chengalai 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 Taliparamba to Chengalai is about 18 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Kannur to Chengalai is about 42 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.2 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Chengalai
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Chengalai 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 Chengalai
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Chengalai 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 5-10 km |
FAQs about Chengalai
Where is Chengalai located?
Chengalai village is located in Taliparamba Taluka, Kannur district, Kerala, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Chengalai?
Chengalai is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Chengalai?
The pincode of Chengalai is 670142.
What is the population of Chengalai?
Chengalai has a total population of 15,800, including 7,462 males and 8,338 females.
How many households are there in Chengalai?
There are 3,270 households in Chengalai.
What is the literacy rate in Chengalai?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Chengalai is 81.15%. Male literacy is 83.72% and female literacy is 78.86%.