Moorkkanad

Moorkkanad is a village located in Perinthalmanna taluka of Malappuram district in Kerala, India. It is situated 13km away from sub-district headquarter Perinthalmanna (tehsildar office) and 19km away from district headquarter Malappuram. As per 2009 stats, Moorkkanad village is also a gram panchayat.

Moorkkanad 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 Moorkkanad

According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Moorkkanad is 627508. The village spans a total geographical area of 3064 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 679338. Perinthalmanna is nearest town to Moorkkanad village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 13km away.

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Population of Moorkkanad

Below is a concise population overview of Moorkkanad as per the Census 2011 data. The table highlights the key population metrics categorized by gender and social groups.

ParticularsTotalMaleFemale
Total Population 36,324 17,165 19,159
Child Population (0–6 yrs) 5,030 2,590 2,440
Scheduled Castes (SC) 3,121 1,513 1,608
Scheduled Tribes (ST) 89 44 45
Literate Population 28,931 13,824 15,107
Illiterate Population 7,393 3,341 4,052

Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Moorkkanad village:

  • The total population of Moorkkanad village is around 36,324, including approximately 17,165 males and 19,159 females, with a sex ratio of 1116 females per 1,000 males.
  • There are about 5,030 children aged 0–6 years in Moorkkanad village, reflecting the young population in the village.
  • Moorkkanad village has 3,121 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC) and 89 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
  • The literacy rate of Moorkkanad village is about 79.65%, with male literacy at 80.54% and female literacy at 78.85%.
  • There are around 6,944 households in Moorkkanad village.

Connectivity of Moorkkanad

Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Moorkkanad. As per the 2011 stats, Moorkkanad 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 Moorkkanad

Knowing the nearby villages of Moorkkanad helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Moorkkanad.

Frequently Asked Questions about Moorkkanad

Where is Moorkkanad located?
Moorkkanad village is situated in Perinthalmanna Taluka, within the Malappuram district of Kerala, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Moorkkanad?
Moorkkanad serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
What is the pincode of Moorkkanad?
The pincode of Moorkkanad is 679338, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
What is the population of Moorkkanad as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Moorkkanad is 36,324, with 17,165 males and 19,159 females.
How many households are there in Moorkkanad as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Moorkkanad village has a total of 6,944 households.
What is the literacy rate in Moorkkanad as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Moorkkanad is 79.65%. The male literacy rate is 80.54%, while the female literacy rate is 78.85%.