Chalissery
Chalissery is a village located in Ottappalam taluka of Palakkad district in Kerala, India. It is situated 48km away from sub-district headquarter Ottappalam (tehsildar office) and 80km away from district headquarter Palakkad. As per 2009 stats, Chalisseri is the gram panchayat of Chalissery village.
Here you can discover what makes Chalissery unique in its vibrant Ottappalam-Palakkad region. You’ll see Chalissery’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 Chalissery
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Chalissery is 627588. The village spans a total geographical area of 1920 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 679536. Kunnamkulam is nearest town to Chalissery village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 10km away.
Google Map of Chalissery
Population of Chalissery
According to the 2011 Census, Chalissery has a total population of about 24,238, with approximately 11,379 males and 12,859 females. The sex ratio is around 1130 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 2,950 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 3,907 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 58. The overall literacy rate is approximately 80.56%, with male literacy at about 81.65% and female literacy near 79.60%. There are around 5,352 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Chalissery's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | 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 |
Connectivity of Chalissery
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Chalissery. As per the 2011 stats, Chalissery had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Available within village |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Chalissery
Knowing the nearby villages of Chalissery helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Chalissery.
Frequently Asked Questions about Chalissery
- Where is Chalissery located?
- Chalissery village is situated in Ottappalam Taluka, within the Palakkad district of Kerala, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Chalissery?
- The Gram Panchayat of Chalissery is Chalisseri (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the pincode of Chalissery?
- The pincode of Chalissery is 679536, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Chalissery as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Chalissery is 24,238, with 11,379 males and 12,859 females.
- How many households are there in Chalissery as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Chalissery village has a total of 5,352 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Chalissery as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Chalissery is 80.56%. The male literacy rate is 81.65%, while the female literacy rate is 79.60%.