Koloyad - Thalassery, Kannur
Koloyad is a village situated in the Thalassery taluka of Kannur district, Kerala. It is located approximately 35 km from the tehsil headquarters in Thalassery and around 50 km from the district headquarters in Kannur. Kolayad serves as the Gram Panchayat for Koloyad village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Koloyad is 627266. The village covers a total geographical area of 1685 hectares and falls under the 670650 pincode. Koothuparamba is the nearest town, located about 16 km away.
Koloyad village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Mattannur Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Kannur Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Koloyad
According to the 2011 Census, Koloyad village had a total population of 12,616 people, including 5,977 males and 6,639 females, living in 2,915 households. The sex ratio was 1,111 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 90.64%, with male literacy at 94.01% and female literacy at 87.67%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 125, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 3,030.
The table below presents a detailed demographic breakdown of the village, including separate male and female figures for each population category.
| Category | 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 |
Nearby Villages of Koloyad
Koloyad 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 Koloyad
Koloyad 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 Koothuparamba to Koloyad is about 16 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Kannur to Koloyad is about 50 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.4 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Koloyad
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Koloyad 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 Koloyad
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Koloyad 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 5-10 km |
FAQs about Koloyad
Where is Koloyad located?
Koloyad village is located in Thalassery Taluka, Kannur district, Kerala, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Koloyad?
The Gram Panchayat of Koloyad is Kolayad.
What is the pincode of Koloyad?
The pincode of Koloyad is 670650.
What is the population of Koloyad?
Koloyad had a total population of 12,616, including 5,977 males and 6,639 females.
How many households are there in Koloyad?
Koloyad had 2,915 households.
What is the literacy rate in Koloyad?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Koloyad was 90.64%. Male literacy was 94.01% and female literacy was 87.67%.