Kooveri - Taliparamba, Kannur
Kooveri is a village situated in the Taliparamba taluka of Kannur district, Kerala. It is located approximately 13 km from the tehsil headquarters in Taliparamba and around 35 km from the district headquarters in Kannur. Chapparapadavu serves as the Gram Panchayat for Kooveri village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Kooveri is 627193. The village covers a total geographical area of 3832 hectares and falls under the 670581 pincode. Taliparamba is the nearest town, located about 13 km away.
Kooveri village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Taliparamba Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Kannur Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Kooveri
As per Census 2011, Kooveri village has a total population of 19,033 people, consisting of 9,111 males and 9,922 females. The village has 4,201 households and a sex ratio of 1,089 females per 1,000 males. There are 2,155 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 15,482 literate and 3,551 illiterate residents. Additionally, 582 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 191 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Kooveri are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 19,033 | 9,111 | 9,922 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 2,155 | 1,111 | 1,044 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 582 | 286 | 296 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 191 | 95 | 96 |
| Literate Population | 15,482 | 7,675 | 7,807 |
| Illiterate Population | 3,551 | 1,436 | 2,115 |
Nearby Villages of Kooveri
Kooveri 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 Kooveri
Kooveri 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 Kooveri is about 13 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Kannur to Kooveri is about 35 km, with the usual travel time around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Kooveri
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Kooveri 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 Kooveri
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Kooveri 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 Kooveri
Where is Kooveri located?
Kooveri village is located in Taliparamba Taluka, Kannur district, Kerala, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Kooveri?
The Gram Panchayat of Kooveri is Chapparapadavu.
What is the pincode of Kooveri?
The pincode of Kooveri is 670581.
What is the population of Kooveri?
Kooveri has a total population of 19,033, including 9,111 males and 9,922 females.
How many households are there in Kooveri?
There are 4,201 households in Kooveri.
What is the literacy rate in Kooveri?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Kooveri is 81.34%. Male literacy is 84.24% and female literacy is 78.68%.