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.
Sholayur 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 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
Below is a concise population overview of Sholayur 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 | 7,012 | 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 |
Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Sholayur village:
- The total population of Sholayur village is around 7,012, including approximately 3,507 males and 3,505 females, with a sex ratio of 999 females per 1,000 males.
- There are about 722 children aged 0–6 years in Sholayur village, reflecting the young population in the village.
- Sholayur village has 594 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC) and 3,658 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
- The literacy rate of Sholayur village is about 64.08%, with male literacy at 69.00% and female literacy at 59.14%.
- There are around 1,885 households in Sholayur village.
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%.