Nellaya
Nellaya is a village located in Ottappalam taluka of Palakkad district in Kerala, India. It is situated 25km away from sub-district headquarter Ottappalam (tehsildar office) and 45km away from district headquarter Palakkad. As per 2009 stats, Nellaya village is also a gram panchayat.
Nellaya 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 Nellaya
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Nellaya is 627571. The village spans a total geographical area of 2741 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 679335. Shoranur is nearest town to Nellaya village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 15km away.
Google Map of Nellaya
Population of Nellaya
Below is a concise population overview of Nellaya 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 | 36,146 | 16,888 | 19,258 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 5,024 | 2,531 | 2,493 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 3,670 | 1,795 | 1,875 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 30 | 17 | 13 |
| Literate Population | 29,226 | 13,703 | 15,523 |
| Illiterate Population | 6,920 | 3,185 | 3,735 |
Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Nellaya village:
- The total population of Nellaya village is around 36,146, including approximately 16,888 males and 19,258 females, with a sex ratio of 1140 females per 1,000 males.
- There are about 5,024 children aged 0–6 years in Nellaya village, reflecting the young population in the village.
- Nellaya village has 3,670 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC) and 30 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
- The literacy rate of Nellaya village is about 80.86%, with male literacy at 81.14% and female literacy at 80.61%.
- There are around 7,282 households in Nellaya village.
Connectivity of Nellaya
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Nellaya. As per the 2011 stats, Nellaya 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 <5 km distance |
Nearby Villages of Nellaya
Knowing the nearby villages of Nellaya helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Nellaya.
Frequently Asked Questions about Nellaya
- Where is Nellaya located?
- Nellaya village is situated in Ottappalam Taluka, within the Palakkad district of Kerala, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Nellaya?
- Nellaya serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
- What is the pincode of Nellaya?
- The pincode of Nellaya is 679335, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Nellaya as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Nellaya is 36,146, with 16,888 males and 19,258 females.
- How many households are there in Nellaya as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Nellaya village has a total of 7,282 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Nellaya as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Nellaya is 80.86%. The male literacy rate is 81.14%, while the female literacy rate is 80.61%.