Keezhattur - Perinthalmanna, Malappuram
Keezhattur is a village situated in the Perinthalmanna taluka of Malappuram district, Kerala. It is located approximately 8 km from the tehsil headquarters in Perinthalmanna and around 25 km from the district headquarters in Malappuram. Keezhattur village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Keezhattur is 627491. The village covers a total geographical area of 2024 hectares and falls under the 679325 pincode. Perinthalmanna is the nearest town, located about 7 km away.
Keezhattur 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 Keezhattur
As per Census 2011, Keezhattur village has a total population of 20,457 people, consisting of 9,787 males and 10,670 females. The village has 4,042 households and a sex ratio of 1,090 females per 1,000 males. There are 2,769 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 16,747 literate and 3,710 illiterate residents. Additionally, 2,106 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 22 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Keezhattur are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 20,457 | 9,787 | 10,670 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 2,769 | 1,407 | 1,362 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 2,106 | 1,042 | 1,064 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 22 | 13 | 9 |
| Literate Population | 16,747 | 8,096 | 8,651 |
| Illiterate Population | 3,710 | 1,691 | 2,019 |
Nearby Villages of Keezhattur
Keezhattur 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Melattur | North-East | 3.84 km |
| Perinthalmanna | South | 6.29 km |
| Valambur | South-West | 6.38 km |
| Mankada | West | 7.13 km |
| Pandikkad | North | 7.22 km |
| Pandalur | North-West | 7.65 km |
| Vettathur | South-East | 7.85 km |
| Vettikkattiri | North | 8.55 km |
| Chembrasseri | North | 10.62 km |
| Vadakkangara | West | 11.21 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Keezhattur
Keezhattur is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Pattikkad, while the nearest airport is Calicut International Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 24.7 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | Yes | Available within village |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Perinthalmanna to Keezhattur is about 7 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Malappuram to Keezhattur is about 25 km, with the usual travel time around 30-60 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Keezhattur
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Keezhattur 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 Keezhattur
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Keezhattur 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 2-5 km |
FAQs about Keezhattur
Where is Keezhattur located?
Keezhattur village is located in Perinthalmanna Taluka, Malappuram district, Kerala, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Keezhattur?
Keezhattur is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Keezhattur?
The pincode of Keezhattur is 679325.
What is the population of Keezhattur?
Keezhattur has a total population of 20,457, including 9,787 males and 10,670 females.
How many households are there in Keezhattur?
There are 4,042 households in Keezhattur.
What is the literacy rate in Keezhattur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Keezhattur is 81.86%. Male literacy is 82.72% and female literacy is 81.08%.