Pookkottur
Pookkottur is a village located in Ernad taluka of Malappuram district in Kerala, India. It is situated 8km away from sub-district headquarter Manjeri (tehsildar office) and 12km away from district headquarter Malappuram. As per 2009 stats, Pookkottur village is also a gram panchayat.
Pookkottur has its own place in the vibrant Malappuram region. In the following sections, you’ll find details about population, literacy, households, children, caste data, area, pincode, local governance, nearby villages, connectivity, and more.
About Pookkottur
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Pookkottur is 627457. The village spans a total geographical area of 2062 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 673651. Manjeri is nearest town to Pookkottur village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 8km away.
Google Map of Pookkottur
Population of Pookkottur
Below is a concise population overview of Pookkottur as per the Census 2011 data. The table highlights the key population metrics categorized by gender and social groups.
Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
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Total Population | 37,636 | 18,394 | 19,242 |
Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 5,720 | 2,894 | 2,826 |
Scheduled Castes (SC) | 2,251 | 1,139 | 1,112 |
Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 66 | 36 | 30 |
Literate Population | 29,988 | 14,851 | 15,137 |
Illiterate Population | 7,648 | 3,543 | 4,105 |
Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Pookkottur village:
- The total population of Pookkottur village is around 37,636, including approximately 18,394 males and 19,242 females, with a sex ratio of 1046 females per 1,000 males.
- There are about 5,720 children aged 0–6 years in Pookkottur village, reflecting the young population in the village.
- Pookkottur village has 2,251 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC) and 66 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
- The literacy rate of Pookkottur village is about 79.68%, with male literacy at 80.74% and female literacy at 78.67%.
- There are around 7,032 households in Pookkottur village.
Connectivity of Pookkottur
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Pookkottur. As per the 2011 stats, Pookkottur had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
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Public Bus Service | Available within village |
Private Bus Service | Available within village |
Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Pookkottur
Knowing the nearby villages of Pookkottur helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Pookkottur.
Frequently Asked Questions about Pookkottur
- Where is Pookkottur located?
- Pookkottur village is situated in Ernad Taluka, within the Malappuram district of Kerala, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Pookkottur?
- Pookkottur serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
- What is the pincode of Pookkottur?
- The pincode of Pookkottur is 673651, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Pookkottur as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Pookkottur is 37,636, with 18,394 males and 19,242 females.
- How many households are there in Pookkottur as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Pookkottur village has a total of 7,032 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Pookkottur as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Pookkottur is 79.68%. The male literacy rate is 80.74%, while the female literacy rate is 78.67%.