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.
Here you can discover what makes Kanichar unique in its vibrant Thalassery-Kannur region. You’ll see Kanichar’s rich profile with demographics like population, households, literacy, sex ratio, kids, castes etc., geographical details like satellite map, area, pincode, plus local governance through gram panchayat, broader constituencies, nearby villages, connectivity, and answers to common questions.
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
According to the 2011 Census, Kanichar has a total population of about 15,789, with approximately 7,778 males and 8,011 females. The sex ratio is around 1029 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 1,508 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 244 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 1,835. The overall literacy rate is approximately 84.23%, with male literacy at about 85.75% and female literacy near 82.75%. There are around 3,838 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Kanichar's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| 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 |
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%.