Palavayal
About Palavayal
According to Census 2011 information the location code or village code of Palavayal village is 627148. Palavayal village is 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.
The total geographical area of village is 2999 hectares. Palavayal has a total population of 9,923 peoples, out of which male population is 4,946 while female population is 4,977. This results in a sex ratio of approximately 1006 females for every 1,000 males. Literacy rate of palavayal village is 85.32% out of which 86.11% males and 84.53% females are literate. There are about 2,371 houses in palavayal village. Pincode of palavayal village locality is 671531.
When it comes to administration, Palavayal village is governed by a Sarpanch, who is an elected representative (Head of Village) chosen through local elections, as per the Constitution of India and the Panchayati Raj Act. As per 2019 stats, Palavayal village comes under Trikaripur Vidhan Sabha constituency & Kasaragod Lok Sabha constituency. Kanhangad is nearest town to palavayal village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 50km away.
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Population of Palavayal
The population details of Palavayal 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 | 9,923 | 4,946 | 4,977 |
| Child Population (Age 0–6) | 1,028 | 521 | 507 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) Population | 60 | 32 | 28 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) Population | 1,368 | 679 | 689 |
| Literate Population | 8,466 | 4,259 | 4,207 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,457 | 687 | 770 |
Connectivity of Palavayal
| 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 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%.