Athavanad
Athavanad is a village located in Tirur taluka of Malappuram district in Kerala, India. It is situated 18km away from sub-district headquarter Tirur (tehsildar office) and 40km away from district headquarter Malappuram. As per 2009 stats, Athavanad village is also a gram panchayat.
Here you can discover what makes Athavanad unique in its vibrant Tirur-Malappuram region. You’ll see Athavanad’s rich profile with demographics like population, households, literacy, sex ratio, kids, castes etc., geographical details like satellite map, area, pincode, plus local governance through gram panchayat, broader constituencies, nearby villages, connectivity, and answers to common questions.
About Athavanad
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Athavanad is 627521. The village spans a total geographical area of 1344 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 676301. Tirur is nearest town to Athavanad village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 16km away.
When it comes to local governance, Athavanad village is administered by a Sarpanch, the elected head of the village, in accordance with the Constitution of India and the Panchayati Raj Act. The village falls under the Tirur Vidhan Sabha constituency for state-level representation and the Ponnani Lok Sabha constituency for national parliamentary elections. The local administration is responsible for civic services and development within the village.
Google Map of Athavanad
Population of Athavanad
According to the 2011 Census, Athavanad has a total population of about 20,480, with approximately 9,612 males and 10,868 females. The sex ratio is around 1130 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 2,792 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 933 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 67. The overall literacy rate is approximately 79.98%, with male literacy at about 80.45% and female literacy near 79.56%. There are around 3,769 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Athavanad's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 20,480 | 9,612 | 10,868 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 2,792 | 1,442 | 1,350 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 933 | 479 | 454 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 67 | 31 | 36 |
| Literate Population | 16,380 | 7,733 | 8,647 |
| Illiterate Population | 4,100 | 1,879 | 2,221 |
Connectivity of Athavanad
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Athavanad. As per the 2011 stats, Athavanad had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within <5 km distance |
| Private Bus Service | Available within village |
| Railway Station | Available within 5 - 10 km distance |
Nearby Villages of Athavanad
Knowing the nearby villages of Athavanad helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Athavanad.
Frequently Asked Questions about Athavanad
- Where is Athavanad located?
- Athavanad village is situated in Tirur Taluka, within the Malappuram district of Kerala, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Athavanad?
- Athavanad serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
- What is the pincode of Athavanad?
- The pincode of Athavanad is 676301, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Athavanad as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Athavanad is 20,480, with 9,612 males and 10,868 females.
- How many households are there in Athavanad as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Athavanad village has a total of 3,769 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Athavanad as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Athavanad is 79.98%. The male literacy rate is 80.45%, while the female literacy rate is 79.56%.