Pottassery- II Village - Mannarkad, Palakkad
Pottassery- II is a village situated in the Mannarkad taluka of Palakkad district, Kerala. It is located approximately 5 km from the tehsil headquarters in Mannarkad and around 35 km from the district headquarters in Palakkad. Kanjirampuzha serves as the Gram Panchayat for Pottassery- II village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Pottassery- II is 627618. The village covers a total geographical area of 2282 hectares and falls under the 678598 pincode. Palakkad is the nearest town, located about 35 km away.
Pottassery- II village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Pottassery- II
As per Census 2011, Pottassery- II village has a total population of 10,391 people, consisting of 5,001 males and 5,390 females. The village has 2,103 households and a sex ratio of 1,077 females per 1,000 males. There are 1,424 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 8,143 literate and 2,248 illiterate residents. Additionally, 1,203 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 41 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Pottassery- II are given below:
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 10,391 | 5,001 | 5,390 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 1,424 | 719 | 705 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 1,203 | 570 | 633 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 41 | 18 | 23 |
| Literate Population | 8,143 | 4,013 | 4,130 |
| Illiterate Population | 2,248 | 988 | 1,260 |
Nearby Villages of Pottassery- II
Pottassery- II 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 Pottassery- II
Pottassery- II 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 Pottassery- II is about 35 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 Pottassery- II
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Pottassery- II 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 Pottassery- II
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Pottassery- II 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 >10 km |
FAQs about Pottassery- II
Where is Pottassery- II located?
Pottassery- II village is located in Mannarkad Taluka, Palakkad district, Kerala, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Pottassery- II?
The Gram Panchayat of Pottassery- II is Kanjirampuzha.
What is the pincode of Pottassery- II?
The pincode of Pottassery- II is 678598.
What is the population of Pottassery- II?
Pottassery- II has a total population of 10,391, including 5,001 males and 5,390 females.
How many households are there in Pottassery- II?
There are 2,103 households in Pottassery- II.
What is the literacy rate in Pottassery- II?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Pottassery- II is 78.37%. Male literacy is 80.24% and female literacy is 76.62%.