Veliyannoor - Meenachil, Kottayam
Veliyannoor is a village situated in the Meenachil taluka of Kottayam district, Kerala. It is located approximately 16 km from the tehsil headquarters in Palai and around 38 km from the district headquarters in Kottayam. Veliyannoor village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Veliyannoor is 628113. The village covers a total geographical area of 1890 hectares and falls under the 686634 pincode. Palai is the nearest town, located about 16 km away.
Veliyannoor village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Kaduthuruthy Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Kottayam Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Veliyannoor
As per Census 2011, Veliyannoor village has a total population of 9,917 people, consisting of 4,942 males and 4,975 females. The village has 2,582 households and a sex ratio of 1,006 females per 1,000 males. There are 790 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 8,760 literate and 1,157 illiterate residents. Additionally, 281 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 32 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Veliyannoor are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 9,917 | 4,942 | 4,975 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 790 | 408 | 382 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 281 | 139 | 142 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 32 | 24 | 8 |
| Literate Population | 8,760 | 4,397 | 4,363 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,157 | 545 | 612 |
Nearby Villages of Veliyannoor
Veliyannoor is surrounded by several nearby villages in its surroundings. These villages are part of the local area and are commonly connected through local routes and daily movement of people.
Transport and Connectivity of Veliyannoor
Veliyannoor is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Palai to Veliyannoor is about 16 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Kottayam to Veliyannoor is about 38 km, with the usual travel time around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Veliyannoor
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Veliyannoor village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | Yes | Available within village |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Veliyannoor
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Veliyannoor village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | Yes | Available within village |
FAQs about Veliyannoor
Where is Veliyannoor located?
Veliyannoor village is located in Meenachil Taluka, Kottayam district, Kerala, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Veliyannoor?
Veliyannoor is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Veliyannoor?
The pincode of Veliyannoor is 686634.
What is the population of Veliyannoor?
Veliyannoor has a total population of 9,917, including 4,942 males and 4,975 females.
How many households are there in Veliyannoor?
There are 2,582 households in Veliyannoor.
What is the literacy rate in Veliyannoor?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Veliyannoor is 88.33%. Male literacy is 88.97% and female literacy is 87.70%.