Koloyad
Koloyad is a village located in Thalassery taluka of Kannur district in Kerala, India. It is situated 35km away from sub-district headquarter Thalassery (tehsildar office) and 50km away from district headquarter Kannur. As per 2009 stats, Kolayad is the gram panchayat of Koloyad village.
Here you can discover what makes Koloyad unique in its vibrant Thalassery-Kannur region. You’ll see Koloyad’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 Koloyad
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Koloyad is 627266. The village spans a total geographical area of 1685 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 670650. Koothuparamba is nearest town to Koloyad village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 16km away.
Google Map of Koloyad
Population of Koloyad
According to the 2011 Census, Koloyad has a total population of about 12,616, with approximately 5,977 males and 6,639 females. The sex ratio is around 1110 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 1,233 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 125 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 3,030. The overall literacy rate is approximately 81.79%, with male literacy at about 83.99% and female literacy near 79.80%. There are around 2,915 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Koloyad's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 12,616 | 5,977 | 6,639 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 1,233 | 637 | 596 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 125 | 56 | 69 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 3,030 | 1,443 | 1,587 |
| Literate Population | 10,318 | 5,020 | 5,298 |
| Illiterate Population | 2,298 | 957 | 1,341 |
Connectivity of Koloyad
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Koloyad. As per the 2011 stats, Koloyad 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 Koloyad
Knowing the nearby villages of Koloyad helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Koloyad.
Frequently Asked Questions about Koloyad
- Where is Koloyad located?
- Koloyad village is situated in Thalassery Taluka, within the Kannur district of Kerala, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Koloyad?
- The Gram Panchayat of Koloyad is Kolayad (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the pincode of Koloyad?
- The pincode of Koloyad is 670650, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Koloyad as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Koloyad is 12,616, with 5,977 males and 6,639 females.
- How many households are there in Koloyad as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Koloyad village has a total of 2,915 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Koloyad as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Koloyad is 81.79%. The male literacy rate is 83.99%, while the female literacy rate is 79.80%.