Onchiam - Vatakara, Kozhikode
Onchiam is a village situated in the Vatakara taluka of Kozhikode district, Kerala. It is located approximately 7 km from Vadakara and around 55 km from Kozhikode. Onchiyam serves as the Gram Panchayat for Onchiam village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Onchiam is 627341. The village covers a total geographical area of 873 hectares and falls under the 673102 pincode. Vadakara is the nearest town, located about 6 km away.
Onchiam village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Vadakara Assembly and Parliamentary constituency.
Population of Onchiam
As per Census 2011, Onchiam village has a total population of 28,650 people, consisting of 13,224 males and 15,426 females. The village has 6,289 households and a sex ratio of 1,166 females per 1,000 males. There are 2,950 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 24,615 literate and 4,035 illiterate residents. Additionally, 393 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 48 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Onchiam are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 28,650 | 13,224 | 15,426 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 2,950 | 1,527 | 1,423 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 393 | 179 | 214 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 48 | 21 | 27 |
| Literate Population | 24,615 | 11,392 | 13,223 |
| Illiterate Population | 4,035 | 1,832 | 2,203 |
Nearby Villages of Onchiam
Onchiam 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 Onchiam
Onchiam is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. Onchiam has a railway station.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | Yes | Available within village |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Vadakara to Onchiam is about 6 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Kozhikode to Onchiam is about 55 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.6 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Onchiam
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Onchiam 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 Onchiam
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Onchiam 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) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Onchiam
Where is Onchiam located?
Onchiam village is located in Vatakara Taluka, Kozhikode district, Kerala, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Onchiam?
The Gram Panchayat of Onchiam is Onchiyam.
What is the pincode of Onchiam?
The pincode of Onchiam is 673102.
What is the population of Onchiam?
Onchiam has a total population of 28,650, including 13,224 males and 15,426 females.
How many households are there in Onchiam?
There are 6,289 households in Onchiam.
What is the literacy rate in Onchiam?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Onchiam is 85.92%. Male literacy is 86.15% and female literacy is 85.72%.