Chalissery - Pattambi, Palakkad
Chalissery is a village situated in the Pattambi taluka of Palakkad district, Kerala. It is located approximately 48 km from Ottappalam and around 80 km from Palakkad. Chalisseri serves as the Gram Panchayat for Chalissery village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Chalissery is 627588. The village covers a total geographical area of 1920 hectares and falls under the 679536 pincode. Kunnamkulam is the nearest town, located about 10 km away.
Chalissery village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Thrithala Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Ponnani Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Chalissery
As per Census 2011, Chalissery village has a total population of 24,238 people, consisting of 11,379 males and 12,859 females. The village has 5,352 households and a sex ratio of 1,130 females per 1,000 males. There are 2,950 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 19,527 literate and 4,711 illiterate residents. Additionally, 3,907 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 58 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Chalissery are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 24,238 | 11,379 | 12,859 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 2,950 | 1,497 | 1,453 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 3,907 | 1,925 | 1,982 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 58 | 24 | 34 |
| Literate Population | 19,527 | 9,291 | 10,236 |
| Illiterate Population | 4,711 | 2,088 | 2,623 |
Nearby Villages of Chalissery
Chalissery 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 Chalissery
Chalissery is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is located within >10 km of Chalissery.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | Available within >10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Kunnamkulam to Chalissery is about 10 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Palakkad to Chalissery is about 80 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Chalissery
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Chalissery 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 Chalissery
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Chalissery village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | Yes | Available within village |
FAQs about Chalissery
Where is Chalissery located?
Chalissery village is located in Pattambi Taluka, Palakkad district, Kerala, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Chalissery?
The Gram Panchayat of Chalissery is Chalisseri.
What is the pincode of Chalissery?
The pincode of Chalissery is 679536.
What is the population of Chalissery?
Chalissery has a total population of 24,238, including 11,379 males and 12,859 females.
How many households are there in Chalissery?
There are 5,352 households in Chalissery.
What is the literacy rate in Chalissery?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Chalissery is 80.56%. Male literacy is 81.65% and female literacy is 79.60%.