Tavanur Village - Ponnani, Malappuram
Tavanur is a village situated in the Ponnani taluka of Malappuram district, Kerala. It is located approximately 15 km from the tehsil headquarters in Ponnani and around 60 km from the district headquarters in Malappuram. Tavanur village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Tavanur is 627557. The village covers a total geographical area of 2528 hectares and falls under the 679573 pincode. Ponnani is the nearest town, located about 12 km away.
Tavanur village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Thavanur Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Ponnani Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Tavanur
As per Census 2011, Tavanur village has a total population of 34,500 people, consisting of 16,288 males and 18,212 females. The village has 6,924 households and a sex ratio of 1,118 females per 1,000 males. There are 4,396 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 27,761 literate and 6,739 illiterate residents. Additionally, 4,966 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 159 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Tavanur are given below:
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 34,500 | 16,288 | 18,212 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 4,396 | 2,220 | 2,176 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 4,966 | 2,486 | 2,480 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 159 | 68 | 91 |
| Literate Population | 27,761 | 13,310 | 14,451 |
| Illiterate Population | 6,739 | 2,978 | 3,761 |
Nearby Villages of Tavanur
Tavanur 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Kalady (ct) | South | 3.27 km |
| Kuttippuram (ct) | East | 6.13 km |
| Vattamkulam | South-East | 6.55 km |
| Anakkara | East | 7.23 km |
| Talakkad (ct) | North-West | 7.64 km |
| Athavanad | North-East | 7.72 km |
| Edappal (ct) | South | 7.88 km |
| Purathur | South-West | 8.34 km |
| Mangalam | West | 8.35 km |
| Kurumbathur | North | 9.35 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Tavanur
Tavanur is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Tirunnavaya, while the nearest airport is Calicut International Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 25.1 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | Available within 2-5 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Ponnani to Tavanur is about 12 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Malappuram to Tavanur is about 60 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.7 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Tavanur
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Tavanur 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 Tavanur
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Tavanur village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | Yes | Available within village |
FAQs about Tavanur
Where is Tavanur located?
Tavanur village is located in Ponnani Taluka, Malappuram district, Kerala, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Tavanur?
Tavanur is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Tavanur?
The pincode of Tavanur is 679573.
What is the population of Tavanur?
Tavanur has a total population of 34,500, including 16,288 males and 18,212 females.
How many households are there in Tavanur?
There are 6,924 households in Tavanur.
What is the literacy rate in Tavanur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Tavanur is 80.47%. Male literacy is 81.72% and female literacy is 79.35%.