Edappatta - Perinthalmanna, Malappuram
Edappatta is a village situated in the Perinthalmanna taluka of Malappuram district, Kerala. It is located approximately 18 km from the tehsil headquarters in Perinthalmanna and around 40 km from the district headquarters in Malappuram. Edappatta village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Edappatta is 627489. The village covers a total geographical area of 2586 hectares and falls under the 679326 pincode. Perinthalmanna is the nearest town, located about 19 km away.
Edappatta village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Manjeri Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Malappuram Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Edappatta
According to the 2011 Census, Edappatta village had a total population of 22,729 people, including 10,710 males and 12,019 females, living in 4,532 households. The sex ratio was 1,122 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 91.56%, with male literacy at 94.03% and female literacy at 89.39%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 2,065, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 100.
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 | 22,729 | 10,710 | 12,019 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 3,094 | 1,517 | 1,577 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 2,065 | 1,031 | 1,034 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 100 | 44 | 56 |
| Literate Population | 17,978 | 8,644 | 9,334 |
| Illiterate Population | 4,751 | 2,066 | 2,685 |
Nearby Villages of Edappatta
Edappatta 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 Edappatta
Edappatta is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is located within 2-5 km of Edappatta.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | Available within 2-5 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Perinthalmanna to Edappatta is about 19 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Malappuram to Edappatta is about 40 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 Edappatta
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Edappatta 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 Edappatta
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Edappatta village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Edappatta
Where is Edappatta located?
Edappatta village is located in Perinthalmanna Taluka, Malappuram district, Kerala, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Edappatta?
Edappatta is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Edappatta?
The pincode of Edappatta is 679326.
What is the population of Edappatta?
Edappatta had a total population of 22,729, including 10,710 males and 12,019 females.
How many households are there in Edappatta?
Edappatta had 4,532 households.
What is the literacy rate in Edappatta?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Edappatta was 91.56%. Male literacy was 94.03% and female literacy was 89.39%.