Vallanghy - Chittur, Palakkad
Vallanghy is a village situated in the Chittur taluka of Palakkad district, Kerala. It is located approximately 30 km from the tehsil headquarters in Chittur and around 28 km from the district headquarters in Palakkad. Nemmara serves as the Gram Panchayat for Vallanghy village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Vallanghy is 627671. The village covers a total geographical area of 2174 hectares and falls under the 678508 pincode. Palakkad is the nearest town, located about 28 km away.
Vallanghy 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 Vallanghy
As per Census 2011, Vallanghy village has a total population of 17,804 people, consisting of 8,661 males and 9,143 females. The village has 4,246 households and a sex ratio of 1,055 females per 1,000 males. There are 1,709 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 13,779 literate and 4,025 illiterate residents. Additionally, 2,404 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 155 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Vallanghy are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 17,804 | 8,661 | 9,143 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 1,709 | 876 | 833 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 2,404 | 1,164 | 1,240 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 155 | 78 | 77 |
| Literate Population | 13,779 | 7,139 | 6,640 |
| Illiterate Population | 4,025 | 1,522 | 2,503 |
Nearby Villages of Vallanghy
Vallanghy 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 Vallanghy
Vallanghy 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 Palakkad to Vallanghy is about 28 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Vallanghy
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Vallanghy 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 Vallanghy
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Vallanghy village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Vallanghy
Where is Vallanghy located?
Vallanghy village is located in Chittur Taluka, Palakkad district, Kerala, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Vallanghy?
The Gram Panchayat of Vallanghy is Nemmara.
What is the pincode of Vallanghy?
The pincode of Vallanghy is 678508.
What is the population of Vallanghy?
Vallanghy has a total population of 17,804, including 8,661 males and 9,143 females.
How many households are there in Vallanghy?
There are 4,246 households in Vallanghy.
What is the literacy rate in Vallanghy?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Vallanghy is 77.39%. Male literacy is 82.43% and female literacy is 72.62%.