Moorkkanad - Perinthalmanna, Malappuram
Moorkkanad is a village situated in the Perinthalmanna taluka of Malappuram district, Kerala. It is located approximately 13 km from the tehsil headquarters in Perinthalmanna and around 19 km from the district headquarters in Malappuram. Moorkkanad village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Moorkkanad is 627508. The village covers a total geographical area of 3064 hectares and falls under the 679338 pincode. Perinthalmanna is the nearest town, located about 13 km away.
Moorkkanad village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Mankada Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Malappuram Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Moorkkanad
As per Census 2011, Moorkkanad village has a total population of 36,324 people, consisting of 17,165 males and 19,159 females. The village has 6,944 households and a sex ratio of 1,116 females per 1,000 males. There are 5,030 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 28,931 literate and 7,393 illiterate residents. Additionally, 3,121 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 89 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Moorkkanad are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| 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 |
Nearby Villages of Moorkkanad
Moorkkanad 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 Moorkkanad
Moorkkanad 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 Moorkkanad.
| 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 Moorkkanad is about 13 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Malappuram to Moorkkanad is about 19 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 Moorkkanad
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Moorkkanad 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 Moorkkanad
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Moorkkanad 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 Moorkkanad
Where is Moorkkanad located?
Moorkkanad village is located in Perinthalmanna Taluka, Malappuram district, Kerala, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Moorkkanad?
Moorkkanad is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Moorkkanad?
The pincode of Moorkkanad is 679338.
What is the population of Moorkkanad?
Moorkkanad has a total population of 36,324, including 17,165 males and 19,159 females.
How many households are there in Moorkkanad?
There are 6,944 households in Moorkkanad.
What is the literacy rate in Moorkkanad?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Moorkkanad is 79.65%. Male literacy is 80.54% and female literacy is 78.85%.