Athavanad - Tirur, Malappuram
Athavanad is a village situated in the Tirur taluka of Malappuram district, Kerala. It is located approximately 18 km from the tehsil headquarters in Tirur and around 40 km from the district headquarters in Malappuram. Athavanad village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Athavanad is 627521. The village covers a total geographical area of 1344 hectares and falls under the 676301 pincode. Tirur is the nearest town, located about 16 km away.
Athavanad village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Tirur Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Ponnani Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Athavanad
As per Census 2011, Athavanad village has a total population of 20,480 people, consisting of 9,612 males and 10,868 females. The village has 3,769 households and a sex ratio of 1,130 females per 1,000 males. There are 2,792 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 16,380 literate and 4,100 illiterate residents. Additionally, 933 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 67 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Athavanad are given below:
| Category | 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 |
Nearby Villages of Athavanad
Athavanad 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Kurumbathur | North-West | 3.08 km |
| Kattipparuthi (ct) | East | 3.56 km |
| Melmuri | North-East | 5.69 km |
| Marakkara | North | 5.91 km |
| Kuttippuram (ct) | South | 5.94 km |
| Kalpakancheri | North-West | 6.49 km |
| Valavannur | West | 6.61 km |
| Tavanur | South-West | 7.72 km |
| Irimbiliyam (ct) | South-East | 8.12 km |
| Anakkara | South | 9.06 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Athavanad
Athavanad 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 20.7 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | Available within 5-10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Tirur to Athavanad is about 16 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Malappuram to Athavanad is about 40 km, with the usual travel time around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Athavanad
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Athavanad village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Athavanad
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Athavanad 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 >10 km |
FAQs about Athavanad
Where is Athavanad located?
Athavanad village is located in Tirur Taluka, Malappuram district, Kerala, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Athavanad?
Athavanad is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Athavanad?
The pincode of Athavanad is 676301.
What is the population of Athavanad?
Athavanad has a total population of 20,480, including 9,612 males and 10,868 females.
How many households are there in Athavanad?
There are 3,769 households in Athavanad.
What is the literacy rate in Athavanad?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Athavanad is 79.98%. Male literacy is 80.45% and female literacy is 79.56%.