Narippatta - Vatakara, Kozhikode
Narippatta is a village situated in the Vatakara taluka of Kozhikode district, Kerala. It is located approximately 23 km from Vadakara and around 47 km from Kozhikode. Naripetta serves as the Gram Panchayat for Narippatta village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Narippatta is 627347. The village covers a total geographical area of 1540 hectares and falls under the 673507 pincode. Vadakara is the nearest town, located about 23 km away.
Narippatta village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Nadapuram Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Vadakara Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Narippatta
As per Census 2011, Narippatta village has a total population of 21,381 people, consisting of 10,045 males and 11,336 females. The village has 4,977 households and a sex ratio of 1,128 females per 1,000 males. There are 2,309 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 17,732 literate and 3,649 illiterate residents. Additionally, 361 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 18 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Narippatta are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 21,381 | 10,045 | 11,336 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 2,309 | 1,165 | 1,144 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 361 | 164 | 197 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 18 | 8 | 10 |
| Literate Population | 17,732 | 8,621 | 9,111 |
| Illiterate Population | 3,649 | 1,424 | 2,225 |
Nearby Villages of Narippatta
Narippatta 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 Narippatta
Narippatta 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 Vadakara to Narippatta is about 23 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Kozhikode to Narippatta is about 47 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Narippatta
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Narippatta 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 Narippatta
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Narippatta 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 Narippatta
Where is Narippatta located?
Narippatta village is located in Vatakara Taluka, Kozhikode district, Kerala, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Narippatta?
The Gram Panchayat of Narippatta is Naripetta.
What is the pincode of Narippatta?
The pincode of Narippatta is 673507.
What is the population of Narippatta?
Narippatta has a total population of 21,381, including 10,045 males and 11,336 females.
How many households are there in Narippatta?
There are 4,977 households in Narippatta.
What is the literacy rate in Narippatta?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Narippatta is 82.93%. Male literacy is 85.82% and female literacy is 80.37%.