Wandoor - Nilambur, Malappuram
Wandoor is a village situated in the Nilambur taluka of Malappuram district, Kerala. It is located approximately 16 km from the tehsil headquarters in Nilambur and around 33 km from the district headquarters in Malappuram. Mambad serves as the Gram Panchayat for Wandoor village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Wandoor is 627481. The village covers a total geographical area of 4732 hectares and falls under the 679328 pincode. Manjeri is the nearest town, located about 20 km away.
Wandoor 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 Wandoor
As per Census 2011, Wandoor village has a total population of 50,973 people, consisting of 24,516 males and 26,457 females. The village has 10,663 households and a sex ratio of 1,079 females per 1,000 males. There are 6,695 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 41,077 literate and 9,896 illiterate residents. Additionally, 6,940 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 288 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Wandoor are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 50,973 | 24,516 | 26,457 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 6,695 | 3,361 | 3,334 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 6,940 | 3,368 | 3,572 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 288 | 137 | 151 |
| Literate Population | 41,077 | 20,176 | 20,901 |
| Illiterate Population | 9,896 | 4,340 | 5,556 |
Nearby Villages of Wandoor
Wandoor is surrounded by several nearby villages in its surroundings. These villages are part of the local area and are commonly connected through local routes and daily movement of people.
Transport and Connectivity of Wandoor
Wandoor is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is located within >10 km of Wandoor.
| 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 Manjeri to Wandoor is about 20 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Malappuram to Wandoor is about 33 km, with the usual travel time around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Wandoor
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Wandoor village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Wandoor
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Wandoor village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Wandoor
Where is Wandoor located?
Wandoor village is located in Nilambur Taluka, Malappuram district, Kerala, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Wandoor?
The Gram Panchayat of Wandoor is Mambad.
What is the pincode of Wandoor?
The pincode of Wandoor is 679328.
What is the population of Wandoor?
Wandoor has a total population of 50,973, including 24,516 males and 26,457 females.
How many households are there in Wandoor?
There are 10,663 households in Wandoor.
What is the literacy rate in Wandoor?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Wandoor is 80.59%. Male literacy is 82.30% and female literacy is 79.00%.