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.
Vekkalam has its own place in the vibrant Kannur region. In the following sections, you’ll find details about population, literacy, households, children, caste data, area, pincode, local governance, nearby villages, connectivity, and more.
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
Below is a concise population overview of Vekkalam as per the Census 2011 data. The table highlights the key population metrics categorized by gender and social groups.
| 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 |
Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Vekkalam village:
- The total population of Vekkalam village is around 7,174, including approximately 3,473 males and 3,701 females, with a sex ratio of 1065 females per 1,000 males.
- There are about 711 children aged 0–6 years in Vekkalam village, reflecting the young population in the village.
- Vekkalam village has 85 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC) and 979 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
- The literacy rate of Vekkalam village is about 83.01%, with male literacy at 85.63% and female literacy at 80.55%.
- There are around 1,740 households in Vekkalam village.
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%.