Valambur - Perinthalmanna, Malappuram

Valambur is a village situated in the Perinthalmanna taluka of Malappuram district, Kerala. It is located approximately 5 km from the tehsil headquarters in Perinthalmanna and around 12 km from the district headquarters in Malappuram. Angadipuram serves as the GRAMA PANCHAYAT for Valambur village.

As per Census 2011, the village code of Valambur is 627497. The village covers a total geographical area of 2113 hectares and falls under the 679325 pincode. Perinthalmanna is the nearest town, located about 5 km away.

Valambur village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a President 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 Valambur

According to the 2011 Census, Valambur village had a total population of 29,201 people, including 13,901 males and 15,300 females, living in 5,902 households. The sex ratio was 1,101 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 96.10%, with male literacy at 97.09% and female literacy at 95.23%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 2,391, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 73.

The table below presents a detailed demographic breakdown of the village, including separate male and female figures for each population category.

Nearby Villages of Valambur

Valambur 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:

Transport and Connectivity of Valambur

Valambur is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Angadippuram, while the nearest airport is Calicut International Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 22.9 km.

In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Perinthalmanna to Valambur is about 5 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Malappuram to Valambur is about 12 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 Valambur

Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Valambur village is detailed below:

Health Facilities in Valambur

Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Valambur village are given below:

FAQs about Valambur