Chungathara
Chungathara is a village located in Nilambur taluka of Malappuram district in Kerala, India. It is situated 8km away from sub-district headquarter Nilambur (tehsildar office) and 40km away from district headquarter Malappuram. As per 2009 stats, Chungathara village is also a gram panchayat.
Here you can discover what makes Chungathara unique in its vibrant Nilambur-Malappuram region. You’ll see Chungathara’s rich profile with demographics like population, households, literacy, sex ratio, kids, castes etc., geographical details like satellite map, area, pincode, plus local governance through gram panchayat, broader constituencies, nearby villages, connectivity, and answers to common questions.
About Chungathara
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Chungathara is 627473. The village spans a total geographical area of 5026 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 679334. Manjeri is nearest town to Chungathara village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 35km away.
Google Map of Chungathara
Population of Chungathara
According to the 2011 Census, Chungathara has a total population of about 35,406, with approximately 16,939 males and 18,467 females. The sex ratio is around 1090 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 4,396 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 2,309 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 1,474. The overall literacy rate is approximately 81.86%, with male literacy at about 82.73% and female literacy near 81.07%. There are around 7,897 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Chungathara's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 35,406 | 16,939 | 18,467 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 4,396 | 2,254 | 2,142 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 2,309 | 1,115 | 1,194 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1,474 | 685 | 789 |
| Literate Population | 28,985 | 14,014 | 14,971 |
| Illiterate Population | 6,421 | 2,925 | 3,496 |
Connectivity of Chungathara
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Chungathara. As per the 2011 stats, Chungathara had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Available within village |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Chungathara
Knowing the nearby villages of Chungathara helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Chungathara.
Frequently Asked Questions about Chungathara
- Where is Chungathara located?
- Chungathara village is situated in Nilambur Taluka, within the Malappuram district of Kerala, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Chungathara?
- Chungathara serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
- What is the pincode of Chungathara?
- The pincode of Chungathara is 679334, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Chungathara as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Chungathara is 35,406, with 16,939 males and 18,467 females.
- How many households are there in Chungathara as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Chungathara village has a total of 7,897 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Chungathara as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Chungathara is 81.86%. The male literacy rate is 82.73%, while the female literacy rate is 81.07%.