Perumpadappa - Ponnani, Malappuram
Perumpadappa is a village situated in the Ponnani taluka of Malappuram district, Kerala. It is located approximately 17 km from the tehsil headquarters in Ponnani and around 68 km from the district headquarters in Malappuram. Perumpadappa village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Perumpadappa is 627560. The village covers a total geographical area of 1493 hectares and falls under the 679580 pincode. Ponnani is the nearest town, located about 17 km away.
Perumpadappa village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Ponnani Assembly and Parliamentary constituency.
Population of Perumpadappa
As per Census 2011, Perumpadappa village has a total population of 29,766 people, consisting of 13,553 males and 16,213 females. The village has 5,876 households and a sex ratio of 1,196 females per 1,000 males. There are 3,937 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 23,858 literate and 5,908 illiterate residents. Additionally, 321 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 28 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Perumpadappa are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 29,766 | 13,553 | 16,213 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 3,937 | 2,031 | 1,906 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 321 | 159 | 162 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 28 | 13 | 15 |
| Literate Population | 23,858 | 10,908 | 12,950 |
| Illiterate Population | 5,908 | 2,645 | 3,263 |
Nearby Villages of Perumpadappa
Perumpadappa 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 Perumpadappa
Perumpadappa 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 Perumpadappa.
| 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 Ponnani to Perumpadappa is about 17 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Malappuram to Perumpadappa is about 68 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.9 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Perumpadappa
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Perumpadappa 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 Perumpadappa
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Perumpadappa 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 Perumpadappa
Where is Perumpadappa located?
Perumpadappa village is located in Ponnani Taluka, Malappuram district, Kerala, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Perumpadappa?
Perumpadappa is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Perumpadappa?
The pincode of Perumpadappa is 679580.
What is the population of Perumpadappa?
Perumpadappa has a total population of 29,766, including 13,553 males and 16,213 females.
How many households are there in Perumpadappa?
There are 5,876 households in Perumpadappa.
What is the literacy rate in Perumpadappa?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Perumpadappa is 80.15%. Male literacy is 80.48% and female literacy is 79.87%.