Muthalamada-I - Chittur, Palakkad
Muthalamada-I is a village situated in the Chittur taluka of Palakkad district, Kerala. It is located approximately 14 km from the tehsil headquarters in Chittur and around 22 km from the district headquarters in Palakkad. Muthalamada serves as the Gram Panchayat for Muthalamada-I village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Muthalamada-I is 627680. The village covers a total geographical area of 4652 hectares and falls under the 678507 pincode. Chittur is the nearest town, located about 14 km away.
Muthalamada-I village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Muthalamada-I
As per Census 2011, Muthalamada-I village has a total population of 21,868 people, consisting of 10,976 males and 10,892 females. The village has 5,385 households and a sex ratio of 992 females per 1,000 males. There are 2,261 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 14,015 literate and 7,853 illiterate residents. Additionally, 2,821 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 4,629 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Muthalamada-I are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 21,868 | 10,976 | 10,892 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 2,261 | 1,156 | 1,105 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 2,821 | 1,387 | 1,434 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 4,629 | 2,315 | 2,314 |
| Literate Population | 14,015 | 7,622 | 6,393 |
| Illiterate Population | 7,853 | 3,354 | 4,499 |
Nearby Villages of Muthalamada-I
Muthalamada-I 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Muthalamada-ii | North-West | 8.25 km |
| Periapodu | North-East | 15.00 km |
| Kaliyapuram | East | 16.53 km |
| Marchinaickenpalayam | North-East | 20.59 km |
| Vadavannur | North-West | 20.85 km |
| Moolathara | North | 21.06 km |
| Anaimalai | North-East | 21.65 km |
| Perumatty | North | 21.78 km |
| Thensangampalayam | North-East | 22.43 km |
| Vandithavalam | North | 22.64 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Muthalamada-I
Muthalamada-I is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Muthalamada, while the nearest airport is Cochin International Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 41.7 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | Available within 2-5 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Chittur to Muthalamada-I is about 14 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Palakkad to Muthalamada-I is about 22 km, with the usual travel time around 30-60 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Muthalamada-I
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Muthalamada-I 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 Muthalamada-I
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Muthalamada-I 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 Muthalamada-I
Where is Muthalamada-I located?
Muthalamada-I village is located in Chittur Taluka, Palakkad district, Kerala, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Muthalamada-I?
The Gram Panchayat of Muthalamada-I is Muthalamada.
What is the pincode of Muthalamada-I?
The pincode of Muthalamada-I is 678507.
What is the population of Muthalamada-I?
Muthalamada-I has a total population of 21,868, including 10,976 males and 10,892 females.
How many households are there in Muthalamada-I?
There are 5,385 households in Muthalamada-I.
What is the literacy rate in Muthalamada-I?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Muthalamada-I is 64.09%. Male literacy is 69.44% and female literacy is 58.69%.