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.
Palakkayam has its own place in the vibrant Palakkad region. In the following sections, you’ll find details about population, literacy, households, children, caste data, area, pincode, local governance, nearby villages, connectivity, and more.
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
Below is a concise population overview of Palakkayam as per the Census 2011 data. The table highlights the key population metrics categorized by gender and social groups.
| 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 |
Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Palakkayam village:
- The total population of Palakkayam village is around 7,512, including approximately 3,729 males and 3,783 females, with a sex ratio of 1014 females per 1,000 males.
- There are about 807 children aged 0–6 years in Palakkayam village, reflecting the young population in the village.
- Palakkayam village has 522 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC) and 844 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
- The literacy rate of Palakkayam village is about 78.91%, with male literacy at 80.56% and female literacy at 77.29%.
- There are around 1,764 households in Palakkayam village.
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%.