Thrippangottur - Thalassery, Kannur
Thrippangottur is a village situated in the Thalassery taluka of Kannur district, Kerala. It is located approximately 20 km from the tehsil headquarters in Thalassery and around 50 km from the district headquarters in Kannur. Trippangottur serves as the Gram Panchayat for Thrippangottur village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Thrippangottur is 627271. The village covers a total geographical area of 3239 hectares and falls under the 670676 pincode. Thalassery is the nearest town, located about 20 km away.
Thrippangottur 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 Thrippangottur
As per Census 2011, Thrippangottur village has a total population of 29,911 people, consisting of 13,644 males and 16,267 females. The village has 6,536 households and a sex ratio of 1,192 females per 1,000 males. There are 3,906 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 24,434 literate and 5,477 illiterate residents. Additionally, 487 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 402 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Thrippangottur are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 29,911 | 13,644 | 16,267 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 3,906 | 1,982 | 1,924 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 487 | 234 | 253 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 402 | 199 | 203 |
| Literate Population | 24,434 | 11,287 | 13,147 |
| Illiterate Population | 5,477 | 2,357 | 3,120 |
Nearby Villages of Thrippangottur
Thrippangottur 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 Thrippangottur
Thrippangottur is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is located within >10 km of Thrippangottur.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | Available within >10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Thalassery to Thrippangottur is about 20 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Kannur to Thrippangottur 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 Thrippangottur
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Thrippangottur 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 Thrippangottur
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Thrippangottur 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 5-10 km |
FAQs about Thrippangottur
Where is Thrippangottur located?
Thrippangottur village is located in Thalassery Taluka, Kannur district, Kerala, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Thrippangottur?
The Gram Panchayat of Thrippangottur is Trippangottur.
What is the pincode of Thrippangottur?
The pincode of Thrippangottur is 670676.
What is the population of Thrippangottur?
Thrippangottur has a total population of 29,911, including 13,644 males and 16,267 females.
How many households are there in Thrippangottur?
There are 6,536 households in Thrippangottur.
What is the literacy rate in Thrippangottur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Thrippangottur is 81.69%. Male literacy is 82.73% and female literacy is 80.82%.