Kerala Estate - Nilambur, Malappuram
Kerala Estate is a village situated in the Nilambur taluka of Malappuram district, Kerala. It is located approximately 36 km from the tehsil headquarters in Nilambur and around 64 km from the district headquarters in Malappuram. Karuvarakundu serves as the Gram Panchayat for Kerala Estate village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Kerala Estate is 627486. The village covers a total geographical area of 3709 hectares and falls under the 676525 pincode. Perinthalmanna is the nearest town, located about 31 km away.
Kerala Estate village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Wandoor Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Wayanad Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Kerala Estate
According to the 2011 Census, Kerala Estate village had a total population of 14,871 people, including 7,070 males and 7,801 females, living in 2,893 households. The sex ratio was 1,103 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 90.87%, with male literacy at 93.65% and female literacy at 88.43%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 958, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 84.
The table below presents a detailed demographic breakdown of the village, including separate male and female figures for each population category.
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 14,871 | 7,070 | 7,801 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 2,127 | 1,104 | 1,023 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 958 | 471 | 487 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 84 | 44 | 40 |
| Literate Population | 11,581 | 5,587 | 5,994 |
| Illiterate Population | 3,290 | 1,483 | 1,807 |
Nearby Villages of Kerala Estate
Kerala Estate 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Kalikavu | North-West | 3.95 km |
| Karuvarakundu | South | 4.08 km |
| Thuvvur | West | 7.61 km |
| Chokkad | North | 7.79 km |
| Vellayur | West | 8.91 km |
| Amarambalam | North | 11.37 km |
| Chembrasseri | West | 12.55 km |
| Padavayal | East | 13.42 km |
| Pandikkad | West | 13.97 km |
| Payyanadam | South-East | 14.72 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Kerala Estate
Kerala Estate is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Tuvvur, while the nearest airport is Calicut International Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 34.2 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | Available within >10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Perinthalmanna to Kerala Estate is about 31 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Malappuram to Kerala Estate is about 64 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.8 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Kerala Estate
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Kerala Estate village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | Yes | Available within village |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Kerala Estate
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Kerala Estate village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within <1 km |
FAQs about Kerala Estate
Where is Kerala Estate located?
Kerala Estate village is located in Nilambur Taluka, Malappuram district, Kerala, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Kerala Estate?
The Gram Panchayat of Kerala Estate is Karuvarakundu.
What is the pincode of Kerala Estate?
The pincode of Kerala Estate is 676525.
What is the population of Kerala Estate?
Kerala Estate had a total population of 14,871, including 7,070 males and 7,801 females.
How many households are there in Kerala Estate?
Kerala Estate had 2,893 households.
What is the literacy rate in Kerala Estate?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Kerala Estate was 90.87%. Male literacy was 93.65% and female literacy was 88.43%.