Edakkara
Edakkara is a village located in Nilambur taluka of Malappuram district in Kerala, India. It is situated 12km away from sub-district headquarter Nilambur (tehsildar office) and 38km away from district headquarter Malappuram. As per 2009 stats, Pothukkal is the gram panchayat of Edakkara village.
Edakkara 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 Edakkara
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Edakkara is 627474. The village spans a total geographical area of 8388 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 679331. Manjeri is nearest town to Edakkara village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 36km away.
Google Map of Edakkara
Population of Edakkara
Below is a concise population overview of Edakkara as per the Census 2011 data. The table highlights the key population metrics categorized by gender and social groups.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 60,573 | 28,744 | 31,829 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 8,109 | 4,074 | 4,035 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 4,131 | 1,956 | 2,175 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 2,070 | 962 | 1,108 |
| Literate Population | 48,228 | 23,274 | 24,954 |
| Illiterate Population | 12,345 | 5,470 | 6,875 |
Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Edakkara village:
- The total population of Edakkara village is around 60,573, including approximately 28,744 males and 31,829 females, with a sex ratio of 1107 females per 1,000 males.
- There are about 8,109 children aged 0–6 years in Edakkara village, reflecting the young population in the village.
- Edakkara village has 4,131 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC) and 2,070 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
- The literacy rate of Edakkara village is about 79.62%, with male literacy at 80.97% and female literacy at 78.40%.
- There are around 13,071 households in Edakkara village.
Connectivity of Edakkara
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Edakkara. As per the 2011 stats, Edakkara 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 Edakkara
Knowing the nearby villages of Edakkara helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Edakkara.
Frequently Asked Questions about Edakkara
- Where is Edakkara located?
- Edakkara village is situated in Nilambur Taluka, within the Malappuram district of Kerala, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Edakkara?
- The Gram Panchayat of Edakkara is Pothukkal (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the pincode of Edakkara?
- The pincode of Edakkara is 679331, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Edakkara as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Edakkara is 60,573, with 28,744 males and 31,829 females.
- How many households are there in Edakkara as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Edakkara village has a total of 13,071 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Edakkara as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Edakkara is 79.62%. The male literacy rate is 80.97%, while the female literacy rate is 78.40%.