Vekkalam
About Vekkalam
According to Census 2011 information the location code or village code of Vekkalam village is 627265. Vekkalam village is 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.
The total geographical area of village is 1630 hectares. Vekkalam has a total population of 7,174 peoples, out of which male population is 3,473 while female population is 3,701. This results in a sex ratio of approximately 1065 females for every 1,000 males. Literacy rate of vekkalam village is 83.01% out of which 85.63% males and 80.55% females are literate. There are about 1,740 houses in vekkalam village. Pincode of vekkalam village locality is 670650.
Koothuparamba is nearest town to vekkalam village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 25km away.
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Population of Vekkalam
The population details of Vekkalam cover important figures like total population, male and female population, children aged 0–6 years, and the number of literate and illiterate people. It also shows how many residents belong to Scheduled Castes and Scheduled Tribes. These details help in understanding the village structure, education level, and community groups.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 7,174 | 3,473 | 3,701 |
| Child Population (Age 0–6) | 711 | 347 | 364 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) Population | 85 | 47 | 38 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) Population | 979 | 459 | 520 |
| Literate Population | 5,955 | 2,974 | 2,981 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,219 | 499 | 720 |
Connectivity of Vekkalam
| 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 |
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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%.