Vallikkunnu - Tirurangadi, Malappuram
Vallikkunnu is a village situated in the Tirurangadi taluka of Malappuram district, Kerala. It is located approximately 14 km from the tehsil headquarters in Tirurangadi and around 40 km from the district headquarters in Malappuram. Vallikkunnu village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Vallikkunnu is 627539. The village covers a total geographical area of 1345 hectares and falls under the 673314 pincode. Thirurangadi is the nearest town, located about 14 km away.
Vallikkunnu village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Vallikkunnu Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Malappuram Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Vallikkunnu
As per Census 2011, Vallikkunnu village has a total population of 25,448 people, consisting of 12,019 males and 13,429 females. The village has 5,161 households and a sex ratio of 1,117 females per 1,000 males. There are 3,136 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 20,892 literate and 4,556 illiterate residents. Additionally, 1,957 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 27 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Vallikkunnu are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 25,448 | 12,019 | 13,429 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 3,136 | 1,531 | 1,605 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 1,957 | 953 | 1,004 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 27 | 12 | 15 |
| Literate Population | 20,892 | 10,063 | 10,829 |
| Illiterate Population | 4,556 | 1,956 | 2,600 |
Nearby Villages of Vallikkunnu
Vallikkunnu 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 Vallikkunnu
Vallikkunnu is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is located within 1-2 km of Vallikkunnu.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | Available within 1-2 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Thirurangadi to Vallikkunnu is about 14 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Malappuram to Vallikkunnu 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 Vallikkunnu
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Vallikkunnu 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 Vallikkunnu
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Vallikkunnu 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 2-5 km |
FAQs about Vallikkunnu
Where is Vallikkunnu located?
Vallikkunnu village is located in Tirurangadi Taluka, Malappuram district, Kerala, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Vallikkunnu?
Vallikkunnu is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Vallikkunnu?
The pincode of Vallikkunnu is 673314.
What is the population of Vallikkunnu?
Vallikkunnu has a total population of 25,448, including 12,019 males and 13,429 females.
How many households are there in Vallikkunnu?
There are 5,161 households in Vallikkunnu.
What is the literacy rate in Vallikkunnu?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Vallikkunnu is 82.10%. Male literacy is 83.73% and female literacy is 80.64%.