West Eleri
West Eleri is a village located in Hosdurg taluka of Kasaragod district in Kerala, India. It is situated 42km away from sub-district headquarter Kanhangad (tehsildar office) and 81km away from district headquarter Kasaragod. As per 2009 stats, West Eleri village is also a gram panchayat.
Here you can discover what makes West Eleri unique in its vibrant Hosdurg-Kasaragod region. You’ll see West Eleri’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 West Eleri
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of West Eleri is 627147. The village spans a total geographical area of 2528 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 671314. Kanhangad is nearest town to West Eleri village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 42km away.
When it comes to local governance, West Eleri 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.
Google Map of West Eleri
Population of West Eleri
According to the 2011 Census, West Eleri has a total population of about 10,656, with approximately 5,315 males and 5,341 females. The sex ratio is around 1004 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 1,026 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 40 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 2,384. The overall literacy rate is approximately 81.94%, with male literacy at about 83.97% and female literacy near 79.93%. There are around 2,656 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of West Eleri's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 10,656 | 5,315 | 5,341 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 1,026 | 546 | 480 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 40 | 17 | 23 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 2,384 | 1,188 | 1,196 |
| Literate Population | 8,732 | 4,463 | 4,269 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,924 | 852 | 1,072 |
Connectivity of West Eleri
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like West Eleri. As per the 2011 stats, West Eleri 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 West Eleri
Knowing the nearby villages of West Eleri helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around West Eleri.
Frequently Asked Questions about West Eleri
- Where is West Eleri located?
- West Eleri village is situated in Hosdurg Taluka, within the Kasaragod district of Kerala, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of West Eleri?
- West Eleri serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
- What is the pincode of West Eleri?
- The pincode of West Eleri is 671314, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of West Eleri as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of West Eleri is 10,656, with 5,315 males and 5,341 females.
- How many households are there in West Eleri as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, West Eleri village has a total of 2,656 households.
- What is the literacy rate in West Eleri as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in West Eleri is 81.94%. The male literacy rate is 83.97%, while the female literacy rate is 79.93%.