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 GRAMA 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 President 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
According to the 2011 Census, Kooveri village had a total population of 19,033 people, including 9,111 males and 9,922 females, living in 4,201 households. The sex ratio was 1,089 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 91.73%, with male literacy at 95.94% and female literacy at 87.94%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 582, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 191.
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 | 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 GRAMA PANCHAYAT of Kooveri?
The GRAMA PANCHAYAT of Kooveri is Chapparapadavu.
What is the pincode of Kooveri?
The pincode of Kooveri is 670581.
What is the population of Kooveri?
Kooveri had a total population of 19,033, including 9,111 males and 9,922 females.
How many households are there in Kooveri?
Kooveri had 4,201 households.
What is the literacy rate in Kooveri?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Kooveri was 91.73%. Male literacy was 95.94% and female literacy was 87.94%.