Nilambur
Nilambur is a Town and Taluka in Malappuram District of Kerala. In India, a taluka is a sub-division of a district that is responsible for the administration and revenue collection of a particular area within the district. It is an important part of the local governance structure, and plays a crucial role in the development and administration of its local community.
According to Census 2011, the sub-district code of Nilambur Block (CD) is 05642. The total area of Nilambur Taluka is 1,343 km², which includes 1,312.50 km² of rural area and 30.79 km² of urban area. Nilambur has a sex ratio of approximately 1095 females per 1,000 males.
List of Villages in Nilambur Taluka
Nilambur Taluka has a total of 19 villages, each with its own identity, gram panchayat, and local lifestyle. These villages form the real backbone of the region, where everyday life is rooted in agriculture, tradition, and community ties. The list below shows all villages in Nilambur Taluka, along with their respective gram panchayat and nearest town.
| # | Village Name | Gram Panchayat | Nearest Town |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Akampadam | Chaliyar | Manjeri (26 km) |
| 2 | Amarambalam | Amarambalam | Manjeri (37 km) |
| 3 | Chekkode | Chekkode | Manjeri (30 km) |
| 4 | Chungathara | Chungathara | Manjeri (35 km) |
| 5 | Edakkara | Edakkara | Manjeri (36 km) |
| 6 | Kalikavu | Chokkad | Manjeri (32 km) |
| 7 | Karulai | Karulai | Manjeri (35 km) |
| 8 | Karuvarakundu | Karuvarakundu | Manjeri (28 km) |
| 9 | Kerala Estate | Karuvarakundu | Perinthalmanna (31 km) |
| 10 | Kurumbilangode | Chaliyar | Manjeri (42 km) |
| 11 | Mambad | Mambad | Manjeri (27 km) |
| 12 | Nilambur | Karulai | Nilambur |
| 13 | Porur | Porur | Manjeri (19 km) |
| 14 | Pullipadam | Mambad | Manjeri (16 km) |
| 15 | Thiruvali | Thiruvali | Manjeri (14 km) |
| 16 | Thuvvur | Thuvvur | Manjeri (22 km) |
| 17 | Vazhikkadavu | Vazhikkadavu | Manjeri (40 km) |
| 18 | Vellayur | Chokkad | Manjeri (24 km) |
| 19 | Wandoor | Wandoor | Manjeri (20 km) |
Population of Nilambur Taluka
The population profile of Nilambur Taluka offers a deeper understanding of how people are settled across its rural and urban parts. The following sections provide key insights into total population, household distribution, literacy, and age demographics — data that plays a vital role in planning development work and allocating public resources effectively.
Basic Population Details
This section offers a snapshot of Nilambur Taluka's population composition, including male-female ratio, child population, and how literacy levels vary between villages and towns.
| Particulars | Total | Rural | Urban |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 5,74,059 | 5,27,693 | 46,366 |
| Male Population | 2,73,909 | 2,51,647 | 22,262 |
| Female Population | 3,00,150 | 2,76,046 | 24,104 |
| Child Population (Age 0–6) | 76,679 | 71,144 | 5,535 |
| Male Child Population (Age 0–6) | 38,845 | 36,063 | 2,782 |
| Female Child Population (Age 0–6) | 37,834 | 35,081 | 2,753 |
| Literate Population | 4,59,205 | 4,20,463 | 38,742 |
| Literate Male Population | 2,22,978 | 2,04,105 | 18,873 |
| Literate Female Population | 2,36,227 | 2,16,358 | 19,869 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,14,854 | 1,07,230 | 7,624 |
| Illiterate Male Population | 50,931 | 47,542 | 3,389 |
| Illiterate Female Population | 63,923 | 59,688 | 4,235 |
| Total Households | 1,20,552 | 1,10,329 | 10,223 |
Here’s a simplified summary based on Census 2011 stats:
- Total population of Nilambur Taluka is around 5,74,059 people. This includes 2,73,909 males and 3,00,150 females. Rural population is about 5,27,693 (2,51,647 males and 2,76,046 females), while urban population is nearly 46,366 (22,262 males and 24,104 females).
- Children aged 0–6 years make up about 76,679 of the population, with 38,845 boys and 37,834 girls. Rural areas have 71,144 children, and urban areas have about 5,535 children in this age group.
- There are approximately 4,59,205 literate people in Nilambur Taluka, including 2,22,978 literate males and 2,36,227 literate females. Literacy in rural areas includes 4,20,463 individuals and urban literacy covers around 38,742 people.
- About 1,14,854 people in Nilambur Taluka are not literate, including 50,931 males and 63,923 females. Rural areas include 1,07,230 non-literate people, while urban areas have nearly 7,624 individuals.
- The tehsil has around 1,20,552 households, with 1,10,329 in villages and 10,223 in towns.
Social Structure and Density
This section offers a snapshot of social structure in Nilambur Taluka, highlighting the SC and ST population across rural and urban areas, as well as how densely people live in different parts of the region.
| Particulars | Total | Rural | Urban |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total SC Population | 55,217 | 51,747 | 3,470 |
| SC Male Population | 26,712 | 25,055 | 1,657 |
| SC Female Population | 28,505 | 26,692 | 1,813 |
| Total ST Population | 13,638 | 12,693 | 945 |
| ST Male Population | 6,596 | 6,153 | 443 |
| ST Female Population | 7,042 | 6,540 | 502 |
| Population Density | 427 / km² | 402 / km² | 1,506 / km² |
Here’s a simplified summary based on Census 2011 stats:
- Scheduled Caste (SC) population in Nilambur Taluka is approximately 55,217 people, including 26,712 males and 28,505 females. Around 51,747 people live in rural parts. Nearly 3,470 people reside in urban areas.
- Scheduled Tribe (ST) population in Nilambur Taluka is about 13,638 people, including 6,596 males and 7,042 females. Around 12,693 live in villages or rural parts. Nearly 945 live in towns or urban regions.
- In terms of density, overall population density is around 427 people per square kilometre, rural areas have about 402 people per sq. km, urban areas record nearly 1,506 people per sq. km.