Onchiam
About Onchiam
According to Census 2011 information the location code or village code of Onchiam village is 627341. Onchiam village is located in Vadakara taluka of Kozhikode district in Kerala, India. It is situated 7km away from sub-district headquarter Vadakara (tehsildar office) and 55km away from district headquarter Kozhikode. As per 2009 stats, Onchiyam is the gram panchayat of Onchiam village.
The total geographical area of village is 873 hectares. Onchiam has a total population of 28,650 peoples, out of which male population is 13,224 while female population is 15,426. This results in a sex ratio of approximately 1166 females for every 1,000 males. Literacy rate of onchiam village is 85.92% out of which 86.15% males and 85.72% females are literate. There are about 6,289 houses in onchiam village. Pincode of onchiam village locality is 673308.
Vadakara is nearest town to onchiam village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 6km away.
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Population of Onchiam
The population details of Onchiam 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 | 28,650 | 13,224 | 15,426 |
| Child Population (Age 0–6) | 2,950 | 1,527 | 1,423 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) Population | 393 | 179 | 214 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) Population | 48 | 21 | 27 |
| Literate Population | 24,615 | 11,392 | 13,223 |
| Illiterate Population | 4,035 | 1,832 | 2,203 |
Connectivity of Onchiam
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Available within village |
| Railway Station | Available within village |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Onchiam
Where is Onchiam located?
Onchiam village is situated in Vadakara Taluka, within the Kozhikode district of Kerala, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Onchiam?
The Gram Panchayat of Onchiam is Onchiyam (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
What is the pincode of Onchiam?
The pincode of Onchiam is 673308, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
What is the population of Onchiam as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Onchiam is 28,650, with 13,224 males and 15,426 females.
How many households are there in Onchiam as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Onchiam village has a total of 6,289 households.
What is the literacy rate in Onchiam as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Onchiam is 85.92%. The male literacy rate is 86.15%, while the female literacy rate is 85.72%.