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 Gram 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 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 Nelliyampathy
As per Census 2011, Nelliyampathy village has a total population of 5,545 people, consisting of 2,815 males and 2,730 females. The village has 1,534 households and a sex ratio of 969 females per 1,000 males. There are 432 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 4,113 literate and 1,432 illiterate residents. Additionally, 1,248 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 908 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Nelliyampathy are given below:
| 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 gram panchayat of Nelliyampathy?
The Gram Panchayat of Nelliyampathy is Nelliampathy.
What is the pincode of Nelliyampathy?
The pincode of Nelliyampathy is 678508.
What is the population of Nelliyampathy?
Nelliyampathy has a total population of 5,545, including 2,815 males and 2,730 females.
How many households are there in Nelliyampathy?
There are 1,534 households in Nelliyampathy.
What is the literacy rate in Nelliyampathy?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Nelliyampathy is 74.17%. Male literacy is 79.93% and female literacy is 68.24%.