Sholayur
Sholayur is a village located in Mannarkad taluka of Palakkad district in Kerala, India. It is situated 65km away from sub-district headquarter Mannarkad (tehsildar office) and 105km away from district headquarter Palakkad. As per 2009 stats, Sholayar is the gram panchayat of Sholayur village.
Here you can discover what makes Sholayur unique in its vibrant Mannarkad-Palakkad region. You’ll see Sholayur’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 Sholayur
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Sholayur is 627613. The village spans a total geographical area of 9596 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 678581. Coimbatore is nearest town to Sholayur village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 43km away.
Google Map of Sholayur
Population of Sholayur
According to the 2011 Census, Sholayur has a total population of about 7,012, with approximately 3,507 males and 3,505 females. The sex ratio is around 999 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 722 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 594 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 3,658. The overall literacy rate is approximately 64.08%, with male literacy at about 69.00% and female literacy near 59.14%. There are around 1,885 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Sholayur's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 7,012 | 3,507 | 3,505 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 722 | 354 | 368 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 594 | 279 | 315 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 3,658 | 1,811 | 1,847 |
| Literate Population | 4,493 | 2,420 | 2,073 |
| Illiterate Population | 2,519 | 1,087 | 1,432 |
Connectivity of Sholayur
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Sholayur. As per the 2011 stats, Sholayur had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within 10+ km distance |
| Private Bus Service | Available within village |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Sholayur
Knowing the nearby villages of Sholayur helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Sholayur.
Frequently Asked Questions about Sholayur
- Where is Sholayur located?
- Sholayur village is situated in Mannarkad Taluka, within the Palakkad district of Kerala, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Sholayur?
- The Gram Panchayat of Sholayur is Sholayar (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the pincode of Sholayur?
- The pincode of Sholayur is 678581, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Sholayur as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Sholayur is 7,012, with 3,507 males and 3,505 females.
- How many households are there in Sholayur as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Sholayur village has a total of 1,885 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Sholayur as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Sholayur is 64.08%. The male literacy rate is 69.00%, while the female literacy rate is 59.14%.