Vekkalam
Vekkalam is a village located in Thalassery taluka of Kannur district in Kerala, India. It is situated 40km away from sub-district headquarter Thalassery (tehsildar office) and 45km away from district headquarter Kannur. As per 2009 stats, Kolayad is the gram panchayat of Vekkalam village.
Here you can discover what makes Vekkalam unique in its vibrant Thalassery-Kannur region. You’ll see Vekkalam’s rich profile with demographics like population, households, literacy, sex ratio, kids, castes etc., geographical details like satellite map, area, pincode, plus local governance through gram panchayat, broader constituencies, nearby villages, connectivity, and answers to common questions.
About Vekkalam
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Vekkalam is 627265. The village spans a total geographical area of 1630 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 670650. Koothuparamba is nearest town to Vekkalam village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 25km away.
Google Map of Vekkalam
Population of Vekkalam
According to the 2011 Census, Vekkalam has a total population of about 7,174, with approximately 3,473 males and 3,701 females. The sex ratio is around 1065 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 711 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 85 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 979. The overall literacy rate is approximately 83.01%, with male literacy at about 85.63% and female literacy near 80.55%. There are around 1,740 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Vekkalam's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 7,174 | 3,473 | 3,701 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 711 | 347 | 364 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 85 | 47 | 38 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 979 | 459 | 520 |
| Literate Population | 5,955 | 2,974 | 2,981 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,219 | 499 | 720 |
Connectivity of Vekkalam
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Vekkalam. As per the 2011 stats, Vekkalam had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Available within village |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Vekkalam
Knowing the nearby villages of Vekkalam helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Vekkalam.
Frequently Asked Questions about Vekkalam
- Where is Vekkalam located?
- Vekkalam village is situated in Thalassery Taluka, within the Kannur district of Kerala, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Vekkalam?
- The Gram Panchayat of Vekkalam is Kolayad (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the pincode of Vekkalam?
- The pincode of Vekkalam is 670650, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Vekkalam as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Vekkalam is 7,174, with 3,473 males and 3,701 females.
- How many households are there in Vekkalam as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Vekkalam village has a total of 1,740 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Vekkalam as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Vekkalam is 83.01%. The male literacy rate is 85.63%, while the female literacy rate is 80.55%.