Palakkayam
Palakkayam is a village located in Mannarkad taluka of Palakkad district in Kerala, India. It is situated 16km away from sub-district headquarter Mannarkad (tehsildar office) and 35km away from district headquarter Palakkad. As per 2009 stats, Agali is the gram panchayat of Palakkayam village.
Here you can discover what makes Palakkayam unique in its vibrant Mannarkad-Palakkad region. You’ll see Palakkayam’s rich profile with demographics like population, households, literacy, sex ratio, kids, castes etc., geographical details like satellite map, area, pincode, plus local governance through gram panchayat, broader constituencies, nearby villages, connectivity, and answers to common questions.
About Palakkayam
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Palakkayam is 627615. The village spans a total geographical area of 9732 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 678591. Palakkad is nearest town to Palakkayam village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 33km away.
Google Map of Palakkayam
Population of Palakkayam
According to the 2011 Census, Palakkayam has a total population of about 7,512, with approximately 3,729 males and 3,783 females. The sex ratio is around 1014 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 807 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 522 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 844. The overall literacy rate is approximately 78.91%, with male literacy at about 80.56% and female literacy near 77.29%. There are around 1,764 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Palakkayam's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 7,512 | 3,729 | 3,783 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 807 | 413 | 394 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 522 | 258 | 264 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 844 | 405 | 439 |
| Literate Population | 5,928 | 3,004 | 2,924 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,584 | 725 | 859 |
Connectivity of Palakkayam
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Palakkayam. As per the 2011 stats, Palakkayam had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Available within village |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Palakkayam
Knowing the nearby villages of Palakkayam helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Palakkayam.
Frequently Asked Questions about Palakkayam
- Where is Palakkayam located?
- Palakkayam village is situated in Mannarkad Taluka, within the Palakkad district of Kerala, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Palakkayam?
- The Gram Panchayat of Palakkayam is Agali (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the pincode of Palakkayam?
- The pincode of Palakkayam is 678591, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Palakkayam as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Palakkayam is 7,512, with 3,729 males and 3,783 females.
- How many households are there in Palakkayam as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Palakkayam village has a total of 1,764 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Palakkayam as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Palakkayam is 78.91%. The male literacy rate is 80.56%, while the female literacy rate is 77.29%.