Cherpulacherry Village - Ottappalam, Palakkad
Cherpulacherry is a village situated in the Ottappalam taluka of Palakkad district, Kerala. It is located approximately 16 km from the tehsil headquarters in Ottappalam and around 47 km from the district headquarters in Palakkad.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Cherpulacherry is 627572. The village covers a total geographical area of 2760 hectares and falls under the 679503 pincode. Ottappalam is the nearest town, located about 16 km away.
Cherpulacherry is administered under an Urban Local Body. For political representation, the village falls under the Shoranur Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Palakkad Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Cherpulacherry
As per Census 2011, Cherpulacherry village has a total population of 34,899 people, consisting of 16,591 males and 18,308 females. The village has 7,538 households and a sex ratio of 1,103 females per 1,000 males. There are 4,123 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 29,204 literate and 5,695 illiterate residents. Additionally, 3,907 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 69 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Cherpulacherry are given below:
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 34,899 | 16,591 | 18,308 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 4,123 | 2,093 | 2,030 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 3,907 | 1,881 | 2,026 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 69 | 33 | 36 |
| Literate Population | 29,204 | 13,948 | 15,256 |
| Illiterate Population | 5,695 | 2,643 | 3,052 |
Nearby Villages of Cherpulacherry
Cherpulacherry 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 Cherpulacherry
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| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Ottappalam to Cherpulacherry is about 16 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Palakkad to Cherpulacherry is about 47 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
FAQs about Cherpulacherry
Where is Cherpulacherry located?
Cherpulacherry village is located in Ottappalam Taluka, Palakkad district, Kerala, India.
What is the pincode of Cherpulacherry?
The pincode of Cherpulacherry is 679503.
What is the population of Cherpulacherry?
Cherpulacherry has a total population of 34,899, including 16,591 males and 18,308 females.
How many households are there in Cherpulacherry?
There are 7,538 households in Cherpulacherry.
What is the literacy rate in Cherpulacherry?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Cherpulacherry is 83.68%. Male literacy is 84.07% and female literacy is 83.33%.