Kelakam
Kelakam is a village located in Thalassery taluka of Kannur district in Kerala, India. It is situated 53km away from sub-district headquarter Thalassery (tehsildar office) and 60km away from district headquarter Kannur. As per 2009 stats, Kelakam village is also a gram panchayat.
Kelakam 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 Kelakam
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Kelakam is 627258. The village spans a total geographical area of 7793 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 670674. Koothuparamba is nearest town to Kelakam village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 40km away.
Google Map of Kelakam
Population of Kelakam
Below is a concise population overview of Kelakam 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 | 16,211 | 7,979 | 8,232 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 1,610 | 823 | 787 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 238 | 129 | 109 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 960 | 485 | 475 |
| Literate Population | 13,815 | 6,846 | 6,969 |
| Illiterate Population | 2,396 | 1,133 | 1,263 |
Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Kelakam village:
- The total population of Kelakam village is around 16,211, including approximately 7,979 males and 8,232 females, with a sex ratio of 1031 females per 1,000 males.
- There are about 1,610 children aged 0–6 years in Kelakam village, reflecting the young population in the village.
- Kelakam village has 238 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC) and 960 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
- The literacy rate of Kelakam village is about 85.22%, with male literacy at 85.80% and female literacy at 84.66%.
- There are around 4,026 households in Kelakam village.
Connectivity of Kelakam
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Kelakam. As per the 2011 stats, Kelakam 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 Kelakam
Knowing the nearby villages of Kelakam helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Kelakam.
Frequently Asked Questions about Kelakam
- Where is Kelakam located?
- Kelakam village is situated in Thalassery Taluka, within the Kannur district of Kerala, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Kelakam?
- Kelakam serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
- What is the pincode of Kelakam?
- The pincode of Kelakam is 670674, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Kelakam as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Kelakam is 16,211, with 7,979 males and 8,232 females.
- How many households are there in Kelakam as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Kelakam village has a total of 4,026 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Kelakam as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Kelakam is 85.22%. The male literacy rate is 85.80%, while the female literacy rate is 84.66%.