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.
Athavanad has its own place in the vibrant Malappuram region. In the following sections, you’ll find details about population, literacy, households, children, caste data, area, pincode, local governance, nearby villages, connectivity, and more.
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
Below is a concise population overview of Athavanad as per the Census 2011 data. The table highlights the key population metrics categorized by gender and social groups.
| 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 |
Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Athavanad village:
- The total population of Athavanad village is around 20,480, including approximately 9,612 males and 10,868 females, with a sex ratio of 1130 females per 1,000 males.
- There are about 2,792 children aged 0–6 years in Athavanad village, reflecting the young population in the village.
- Athavanad village has 933 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC) and 67 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
- The literacy rate of Athavanad village is about 79.98%, with male literacy at 80.45% and female literacy at 79.56%.
- There are around 3,769 households in Athavanad village.
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%.