Palery - Koyilandi, Kozhikode
Palery is a village situated in the Koyilandi taluka of Kozhikode district, Kerala. It is located approximately 30 km from Quilandy and around 70 km from Kozhikode. Changaroth serves as the Gram Panchayat for Palery village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Palery is 627369. The village covers a total geographical area of 1291 hectares and falls under the 673508 pincode. Quilandy is the nearest town, located about 30 km away.
Palery village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Perambra Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Vadakara Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Palery
As per Census 2011, Palery village has a total population of 14,680 people, consisting of 6,933 males and 7,747 females. The village has 3,379 households and a sex ratio of 1,117 females per 1,000 males. There are 1,790 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 11,991 literate and 2,689 illiterate residents. Additionally, 1,155 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 47 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Palery are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 14,680 | 6,933 | 7,747 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 1,790 | 924 | 866 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 1,155 | 565 | 590 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 47 | 20 | 27 |
| Literate Population | 11,991 | 5,827 | 6,164 |
| Illiterate Population | 2,689 | 1,106 | 1,583 |
Nearby Villages of Palery
Palery 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 Palery
Palery 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 Quilandy to Palery is about 30 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Kozhikode to Palery is about 70 km, with the usual travel time around ~2 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Palery
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Palery 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 Palery
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Palery village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Palery
Where is Palery located?
Palery village is located in Koyilandi Taluka, Kozhikode district, Kerala, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Palery?
The Gram Panchayat of Palery is Changaroth.
What is the pincode of Palery?
The pincode of Palery is 673508.
What is the population of Palery?
Palery has a total population of 14,680, including 6,933 males and 7,747 females.
How many households are there in Palery?
There are 3,379 households in Palery.
What is the literacy rate in Palery?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Palery is 81.68%. Male literacy is 84.05% and female literacy is 79.57%.