Kanichar
Kanichar is a village located in Thalassery taluka of Kannur district in Kerala, India. It is situated 48km away from sub-district headquarter Thalassery (tehsildar office) and 70km away from district headquarter Kannur. As per 2009 stats, Kanichar village is also a gram panchayat.
Kanichar has its own place in the vibrant Kannur region. In the following sections, you’ll find details about population, literacy, households, children, caste data, area, pincode, local governance, nearby villages, connectivity, and more.
About Kanichar
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Kanichar is 627259. The village spans a total geographical area of 5196 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 670674. Koothuparamba is nearest town to Kanichar village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 36km away.
Google Map of Kanichar
Population of Kanichar
Below is a concise population overview of Kanichar as per the Census 2011 data. The table highlights the key population metrics categorized by gender and social groups.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 15,789 | 7,778 | 8,011 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 1,508 | 764 | 744 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 244 | 108 | 136 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1,835 | 878 | 957 |
| Literate Population | 13,299 | 6,670 | 6,629 |
| Illiterate Population | 2,490 | 1,108 | 1,382 |
Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Kanichar village:
- The total population of Kanichar village is around 15,789, including approximately 7,778 males and 8,011 females, with a sex ratio of 1029 females per 1,000 males.
- There are about 1,508 children aged 0–6 years in Kanichar village, reflecting the young population in the village.
- Kanichar village has 244 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC) and 1,835 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
- The literacy rate of Kanichar village is about 84.23%, with male literacy at 85.75% and female literacy at 82.75%.
- There are around 3,838 households in Kanichar village.
Connectivity of Kanichar
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Kanichar. As per the 2011 stats, Kanichar had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Available within village |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Kanichar
Knowing the nearby villages of Kanichar helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Kanichar.
Frequently Asked Questions about Kanichar
- Where is Kanichar located?
- Kanichar village is situated in Thalassery Taluka, within the Kannur district of Kerala, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Kanichar?
- Kanichar serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
- What is the pincode of Kanichar?
- The pincode of Kanichar is 670674, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Kanichar as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Kanichar is 15,789, with 7,778 males and 8,011 females.
- How many households are there in Kanichar as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Kanichar village has a total of 3,838 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Kanichar as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Kanichar is 84.23%. The male literacy rate is 85.75%, while the female literacy rate is 82.75%.