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 Gram 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 Sarpanch 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
As per Census 2011, Puthoor village has a total population of 19,575 people, consisting of 9,051 males and 10,524 females. The village has 4,224 households and a sex ratio of 1,162 females per 1,000 males. There are 2,331 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 16,389 literate and 3,186 illiterate residents. Additionally, 184 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 53 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Puthoor are given below:
| 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 gram panchayat of Puthoor?
The Gram Panchayat of Puthoor is Kunnathuparamba.
What is the pincode of Puthoor?
The pincode of Puthoor is 670692.
What is the population of Puthoor?
Puthoor has a total population of 19,575, including 9,051 males and 10,524 females.
How many households are there in Puthoor?
There are 4,224 households in Puthoor.
What is the literacy rate in Puthoor?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Puthoor is 83.72%. Male literacy is 84.74% and female literacy is 82.85%.