Tholambra - Thalassery, Kannur
Tholambra is a village situated in the Thalassery taluka of Kannur district, Kerala. It is located approximately 32 km from the tehsil headquarters in Thalassery and around 43 km from the district headquarters in Kannur. Malur serves as the Gram Panchayat for Tholambra village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Tholambra is 627263. The village covers a total geographical area of 1610 hectares and falls under the 670673 pincode. Koothuparamba is the nearest town, located about 16 km away.
Tholambra 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 Tholambra
As per Census 2011, Tholambra village has a total population of 6,267 people, consisting of 3,016 males and 3,251 females. The village has 1,422 households and a sex ratio of 1,077 females per 1,000 males. There are 645 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 5,250 literate and 1,017 illiterate residents. Additionally, 76 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 259 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Tholambra are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 6,267 | 3,016 | 3,251 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 645 | 327 | 318 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 76 | 36 | 40 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 259 | 131 | 128 |
| Literate Population | 5,250 | 2,598 | 2,652 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,017 | 418 | 599 |
Nearby Villages of Tholambra
Tholambra 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 Tholambra
Tholambra 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 Tholambra is about 16 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Kannur to Tholambra is about 43 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.2 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Tholambra
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Tholambra 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 Tholambra
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Tholambra village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Tholambra
Where is Tholambra located?
Tholambra village is located in Thalassery Taluka, Kannur district, Kerala, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Tholambra?
The Gram Panchayat of Tholambra is Malur.
What is the pincode of Tholambra?
The pincode of Tholambra is 670673.
What is the population of Tholambra?
Tholambra has a total population of 6,267, including 3,016 males and 3,251 females.
How many households are there in Tholambra?
There are 1,422 households in Tholambra.
What is the literacy rate in Tholambra?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Tholambra is 83.77%. Male literacy is 86.14% and female literacy is 81.57%.