Elavancherry - Chittur, Palakkad
Elavancherry is a village situated in the Chittur taluka of Palakkad district, Kerala. It is located approximately 25 km from the tehsil headquarters in Chittur and around 30 km from the district headquarters in Palakkad. Elavancherry village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Elavancherry is 627677. The village covers a total geographical area of 3228 hectares and falls under the 678508 pincode. Chittur is the nearest town, located about 25 km away.
Elavancherry village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Nemmara Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Alathur Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Elavancherry
As per Census 2011, Elavancherry village has a total population of 17,940 people, consisting of 8,741 males and 9,199 females. The village has 4,120 households and a sex ratio of 1,052 females per 1,000 males. There are 1,623 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 13,704 literate and 4,236 illiterate residents. Additionally, 4,204 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 74 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Elavancherry are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 17,940 | 8,741 | 9,199 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 1,623 | 795 | 828 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 4,204 | 2,069 | 2,135 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 74 | 35 | 39 |
| Literate Population | 13,704 | 7,232 | 6,472 |
| Illiterate Population | 4,236 | 1,509 | 2,727 |
Nearby Villages of Elavancherry
Elavancherry 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 Elavancherry
Elavancherry is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is located within 5-10 km of Elavancherry.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| 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 Chittur to Elavancherry is about 25 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Palakkad to Elavancherry is about 30 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 Elavancherry
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Elavancherry 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 Elavancherry
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Elavancherry 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 Elavancherry
Where is Elavancherry located?
Elavancherry village is located in Chittur Taluka, Palakkad district, Kerala, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Elavancherry?
Elavancherry is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Elavancherry?
The pincode of Elavancherry is 678508.
What is the population of Elavancherry?
Elavancherry has a total population of 17,940, including 8,741 males and 9,199 females.
How many households are there in Elavancherry?
There are 4,120 households in Elavancherry.
What is the literacy rate in Elavancherry?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Elavancherry is 76.39%. Male literacy is 82.74% and female literacy is 70.36%.