Edayoor - Tirur, Malappuram
Edayoor is a village situated in the Tirur taluka of Malappuram district, Kerala. It is located approximately 26 km from the tehsil headquarters in Tirur and around 27 km from the district headquarters in Malappuram. Edayoor village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Edayoor is 627520. The village covers a total geographical area of 3063 hectares and falls under the 676552 pincode. Tirur is the nearest town, located about 24 km away.
Edayoor village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Kottakkal Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Ponnani Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Edayoor
As per Census 2011, Edayoor village has a total population of 36,498 people, consisting of 17,763 males and 18,735 females. The village has 6,811 households and a sex ratio of 1,054 females per 1,000 males. There are 5,110 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 28,848 literate and 7,650 illiterate residents. Additionally, 2,872 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 99 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Edayoor are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 36,498 | 17,763 | 18,735 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 5,110 | 2,653 | 2,457 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 2,872 | 1,429 | 1,443 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 99 | 52 | 47 |
| Literate Population | 28,848 | 14,204 | 14,644 |
| Illiterate Population | 7,650 | 3,559 | 4,091 |
Nearby Villages of Edayoor
Edayoor 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 Edayoor
Edayoor 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 Edayoor.
| 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 Tirur to Edayoor is about 24 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Malappuram to Edayoor is about 27 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 Edayoor
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Edayoor 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 Edayoor
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Edayoor 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 Edayoor
Where is Edayoor located?
Edayoor village is located in Tirur Taluka, Malappuram district, Kerala, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Edayoor?
Edayoor is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Edayoor?
The pincode of Edayoor is 676552.
What is the population of Edayoor?
Edayoor has a total population of 36,498, including 17,763 males and 18,735 females.
How many households are there in Edayoor?
There are 6,811 households in Edayoor.
What is the literacy rate in Edayoor?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Edayoor is 79.04%. Male literacy is 79.96% and female literacy is 78.16%.