Puthoor - Thalassery, Kannur
Puthoor is a village situated in the Thalassery taluka of Kannur district, Kerala. It is located approximately 12 km from the tehsil headquarters in Thalassery and around 36 km from the district headquarters in Kannur. Kunnathuparamba serves as the GRAMA PANCHAYAT for Puthoor village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Puthoor is 627270. The village covers a total geographical area of 1566 hectares and falls under the 670692 pincode. Koothuparamba is the nearest town, located about 14 km away.
Puthoor village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a President serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Kuthuparamba Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Vadakara Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Puthoor
According to the 2011 Census, Puthoor village had a total population of 19,575 people, including 9,051 males and 10,524 females, living in 4,224 households. The sex ratio was 1,163 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 95.04%, with male literacy at 97.35% and female literacy at 93.10%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 184, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 53.
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 | 19,575 | 9,051 | 10,524 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 2,331 | 1,172 | 1,159 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 184 | 92 | 92 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 53 | 30 | 23 |
| Literate Population | 16,389 | 7,670 | 8,719 |
| Illiterate Population | 3,186 | 1,381 | 1,805 |
Nearby Villages of Puthoor
Puthoor 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 Puthoor
Puthoor is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| 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 Puthoor is about 14 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Kannur to Puthoor is about 36 km, with the usual travel time around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Puthoor
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Puthoor village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Puthoor
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Puthoor 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 >10 km |
FAQs about Puthoor
Where is Puthoor located?
Puthoor village is located in Thalassery Taluka, Kannur district, Kerala, India.
What is the GRAMA PANCHAYAT of Puthoor?
The GRAMA PANCHAYAT of Puthoor is Kunnathuparamba.
What is the pincode of Puthoor?
The pincode of Puthoor is 670692.
What is the population of Puthoor?
Puthoor had a total population of 19,575, including 9,051 males and 10,524 females.
How many households are there in Puthoor?
Puthoor had 4,224 households.
What is the literacy rate in Puthoor?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Puthoor was 95.04%. Male literacy was 97.35% and female literacy was 93.10%.