Nelliyampathy - Chittur, Palakkad
Nelliyampathy is a village situated in the Chittur taluka of Palakkad district, Kerala. It is located approximately 48 km from the tehsil headquarters in Chittur and around 40 km from the district headquarters in Palakkad. Nelliampathy serves as the GRAMA PANCHAYAT for Nelliyampathy village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Nelliyampathy is 627676. The village covers a total geographical area of 57653 hectares and falls under the 678508 pincode. Chittur is the nearest town, located about 48 km away.
Nelliyampathy village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a President 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 Nelliyampathy
According to the 2011 Census, Nelliyampathy village had a total population of 5,545 people, including 2,815 males and 2,730 females, living in 1,534 households. The sex ratio was 970 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 80.44%, with male literacy at 86.77% and female literacy at 73.93%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 1,248, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 908.
The table below presents a detailed demographic breakdown of the village, including separate male and female figures for each population category.
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 5,545 | 2,815 | 2,730 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 432 | 222 | 210 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 1,248 | 638 | 610 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 908 | 465 | 443 |
| Literate Population | 4,113 | 2,250 | 1,863 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,432 | 565 | 867 |
Nearby Villages of Nelliyampathy
Nelliyampathy 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 Nelliyampathy
Nelliyampathy is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Chittur to Nelliyampathy is about 48 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.4 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Palakkad to Nelliyampathy 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 Nelliyampathy
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Nelliyampathy 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 Nelliyampathy
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Nelliyampathy village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Nelliyampathy
Where is Nelliyampathy located?
Nelliyampathy village is located in Chittur Taluka, Palakkad district, Kerala, India.
What is the GRAMA PANCHAYAT of Nelliyampathy?
The GRAMA PANCHAYAT of Nelliyampathy is Nelliampathy.
What is the pincode of Nelliyampathy?
The pincode of Nelliyampathy is 678508.
What is the population of Nelliyampathy?
Nelliyampathy had a total population of 5,545, including 2,815 males and 2,730 females.
How many households are there in Nelliyampathy?
Nelliyampathy had 1,534 households.
What is the literacy rate in Nelliyampathy?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Nelliyampathy was 80.44%. Male literacy was 86.77% and female literacy was 73.93%.