Chalavara
Chalavara is a village located in Ottappalam taluka of Palakkad district in Kerala, India. It is situated 13km away from sub-district headquarter Ottappalam (tehsildar office) and 45km away from district headquarter Palakkad. As per 2009 stats, Chalavara village is also a gram panchayat.
Here you can discover what makes Chalavara unique in its vibrant Ottappalam-Palakkad region. You’ll see Chalavara’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 Chalavara
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Chalavara is 627583. The village spans a total geographical area of 2790 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 679505. Shoranur is nearest town to Chalavara village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 9km away.
Google Map of Chalavara
Population of Chalavara
According to the 2011 Census, Chalavara has a total population of about 23,466, with approximately 11,097 males and 12,369 females. The sex ratio is around 1114 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 2,705 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 5,008 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 16. The overall literacy rate is approximately 81.52%, with male literacy at about 82.85% and female literacy near 80.32%. There are around 5,116 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Chalavara's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 23,466 | 11,097 | 12,369 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 2,705 | 1,358 | 1,347 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 5,008 | 2,389 | 2,619 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 16 | 10 | 6 |
| Literate Population | 19,129 | 9,194 | 9,935 |
| Illiterate Population | 4,337 | 1,903 | 2,434 |
Connectivity of Chalavara
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Chalavara. As per the 2011 stats, Chalavara had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within 5 - 10 km distance |
| Private Bus Service | Available within village |
| Railway Station | Available within village |
Nearby Villages of Chalavara
Knowing the nearby villages of Chalavara helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Chalavara.
Frequently Asked Questions about Chalavara
- Where is Chalavara located?
- Chalavara village is situated in Ottappalam Taluka, within the Palakkad district of Kerala, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Chalavara?
- Chalavara serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
- What is the pincode of Chalavara?
- The pincode of Chalavara is 679505, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Chalavara as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Chalavara is 23,466, with 11,097 males and 12,369 females.
- How many households are there in Chalavara as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Chalavara village has a total of 5,116 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Chalavara as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Chalavara is 81.52%. The male literacy rate is 82.85%, while the female literacy rate is 80.32%.