Elankur - Ernad, Malappuram
Elankur is a village situated in the Ernad taluka of Malappuram district, Kerala. It is located approximately 14 km from the tehsil headquarters in Manjeri and around 25 km from the district headquarters in Malappuram. Trikkalangode serves as the Gram Panchayat for Elankur village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Elankur is 627460. The village covers a total geographical area of 3018 hectares and falls under the 676122 pincode. Manjeri is the nearest town, located about 12 km away.
Elankur village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Manjeri Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Malappuram Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Elankur
As per Census 2011, Elankur village has a total population of 20,453 people, consisting of 9,706 males and 10,747 females. The village has 4,069 households and a sex ratio of 1,107 females per 1,000 males. There are 2,839 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 16,233 literate and 4,220 illiterate residents. Additionally, 2,771 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 28 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Elankur are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 20,453 | 9,706 | 10,747 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 2,839 | 1,415 | 1,424 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 2,771 | 1,326 | 1,445 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 28 | 13 | 15 |
| Literate Population | 16,233 | 7,821 | 8,412 |
| Illiterate Population | 4,220 | 1,885 | 2,335 |
Nearby Villages of Elankur
Elankur is surrounded by several neighbouring villages in various directions. The table below lists these nearby villages along with their approximate aerial (straight-line) distances and directions from the village:
| Nearby Village | Direction | Approx. Distance (Aerial) |
|---|---|---|
| Karakunnu | North-West | 6.05 km |
| Vettikkattiri | South-East | 6.22 km |
| Porur | East | 6.22 km |
| Manjeri | South-West | 7.54 km |
| Pandalur | South | 8.86 km |
| Chembrasseri | East | 9.14 km |
| Pandikkad | South-East | 10.08 km |
| Mambad | North-East | 10.39 km |
| Vellayur | East | 12.82 km |
| Mankada | South | 13.34 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Elankur
Elankur is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Vaniyambalam, while the nearest airport is Calicut International Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 18.2 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| 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 Manjeri to Elankur is about 12 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Malappuram to Elankur is about 25 km, with the usual travel time around 30-60 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Elankur
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Elankur village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Elankur
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Elankur 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 >10 km |
FAQs about Elankur
Where is Elankur located?
Elankur village is located in Ernad Taluka, Malappuram district, Kerala, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Elankur?
The Gram Panchayat of Elankur is Trikkalangode.
What is the pincode of Elankur?
The pincode of Elankur is 676122.
What is the population of Elankur?
Elankur has a total population of 20,453, including 9,706 males and 10,747 females.
How many households are there in Elankur?
There are 4,069 households in Elankur.
What is the literacy rate in Elankur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Elankur is 79.37%. Male literacy is 80.58% and female literacy is 78.27%.