Payyavoor - Taliparamba, Kannur
Payyavoor is a village situated in the Taliparamba taluka of Kannur district, Kerala. It is located approximately 30 km from the tehsil headquarters in Taliparamba and around 32 km from the district headquarters in Kannur. Payyavoor village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Payyavoor is 627200. The village covers a total geographical area of 6779 hectares and falls under the 670633 pincode. Taliparamba is the nearest town, located about 30 km away.
Payyavoor 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 Payyavoor
As per Census 2011, Payyavoor village has a total population of 22,998 people, consisting of 11,373 males and 11,625 females. The village has 5,698 households and a sex ratio of 1,022 females per 1,000 males. There are 2,359 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 19,701 literate and 3,297 illiterate residents. Additionally, 203 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 1,855 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Payyavoor are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 22,998 | 11,373 | 11,625 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 2,359 | 1,219 | 1,140 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 203 | 90 | 113 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1,855 | 928 | 927 |
| Literate Population | 19,701 | 9,832 | 9,869 |
| Illiterate Population | 3,297 | 1,541 | 1,756 |
Nearby Villages of Payyavoor
Payyavoor 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 Payyavoor
Payyavoor 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 Payyavoor is about 30 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Kannur to Payyavoor is about 32 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 Payyavoor
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Payyavoor 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 Payyavoor
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Payyavoor 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 Payyavoor
Where is Payyavoor located?
Payyavoor village is located in Taliparamba Taluka, Kannur district, Kerala, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Payyavoor?
Payyavoor is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Payyavoor?
The pincode of Payyavoor is 670633.
What is the population of Payyavoor?
Payyavoor has a total population of 22,998, including 11,373 males and 11,625 females.
How many households are there in Payyavoor?
There are 5,698 households in Payyavoor.
What is the literacy rate in Payyavoor?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Payyavoor is 85.66%. Male literacy is 86.45% and female literacy is 84.89%.