Palavayal
Palavayal is a village located in Hosdurg taluka of Kasaragod district in Kerala, India. It is situated 50km away from sub-district headquarter Kanhangad (tehsildar office) and 85km away from district headquarter Kasaragod. As per 2009 stats, East Eleri is the gram panchayat of Palavayal village.
Palavayal has its own place in the vibrant Kasaragod 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 Palavayal
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Palavayal is 627148. The village spans a total geographical area of 2999 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 671531. Kanhangad is nearest town to Palavayal village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 50km away.
When it comes to local governance, Palavayal village is administered by a Sarpanch, the elected head of the village, in accordance with the Constitution of India and the Panchayati Raj Act. The village falls under the Trikaripur Vidhan Sabha constituency for state-level representation and the Kasaragod Lok Sabha constituency for national parliamentary elections. The local administration is responsible for civic services and development within the village.
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Population of Palavayal
Below is a concise population overview of Palavayal 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 | 9,923 | 4,946 | 4,977 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 1,028 | 521 | 507 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 60 | 32 | 28 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1,368 | 679 | 689 |
| Literate Population | 8,466 | 4,259 | 4,207 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,457 | 687 | 770 |
Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Palavayal village:
- The total population of Palavayal village is around 9,923, including approximately 4,946 males and 4,977 females, with a sex ratio of 1006 females per 1,000 males.
- There are about 1,028 children aged 0–6 years in Palavayal village, reflecting the young population in the village.
- Palavayal village has 60 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC) and 1,368 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
- The literacy rate of Palavayal village is about 85.32%, with male literacy at 86.11% and female literacy at 84.53%.
- There are around 2,371 households in Palavayal village.
Connectivity of Palavayal
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Palavayal. As per the 2011 stats, Palavayal 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 Palavayal
Knowing the nearby villages of Palavayal helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Palavayal.
Frequently Asked Questions about Palavayal
- Where is Palavayal located?
- Palavayal village is situated in Hosdurg Taluka, within the Kasaragod district of Kerala, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Palavayal?
- The Gram Panchayat of Palavayal is East Eleri (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the pincode of Palavayal?
- The pincode of Palavayal is 671531, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Palavayal as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Palavayal is 9,923, with 4,946 males and 4,977 females.
- How many households are there in Palavayal as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Palavayal village has a total of 2,371 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Palavayal as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Palavayal is 85.32%. The male literacy rate is 86.11%, while the female literacy rate is 84.53%.