Vilayur
Vilayur is a village located in Ottappalam taluka of Palakkad district in Kerala, India. It is situated 38km away from sub-district headquarter Ottappalam (tehsildar office) and 70km away from district headquarter Palakkad. As per 2009 stats, Vilayur village is also a gram panchayat.
Vilayur 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 Vilayur
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Vilayur is 627569. The village spans a total geographical area of 1778 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 679309. Perinthalmanna is nearest town to Vilayur village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 12km away.
Google Map of Vilayur
Population of Vilayur
Below is a concise population overview of Vilayur 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 | 23,389 | 10,831 | 12,558 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 3,130 | 1,599 | 1,531 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 2,572 | 1,241 | 1,331 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 56 | 23 | 33 |
| Literate Population | 18,892 | 8,793 | 10,099 |
| Illiterate Population | 4,497 | 2,038 | 2,459 |
Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Vilayur village:
- The total population of Vilayur village is around 23,389, including approximately 10,831 males and 12,558 females, with a sex ratio of 1159 females per 1,000 males.
- There are about 3,130 children aged 0–6 years in Vilayur village, reflecting the young population in the village.
- Vilayur village has 2,572 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC) and 56 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
- The literacy rate of Vilayur village is about 80.77%, with male literacy at 81.18% and female literacy at 80.42%.
- There are around 4,792 households in Vilayur village.
Connectivity of Vilayur
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Vilayur. As per the 2011 stats, Vilayur 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 - 10 km distance |
Nearby Villages of Vilayur
Knowing the nearby villages of Vilayur helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Vilayur.
Frequently Asked Questions about Vilayur
- Where is Vilayur located?
- Vilayur village is situated in Ottappalam Taluka, within the Palakkad district of Kerala, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Vilayur?
- Vilayur serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
- What is the pincode of Vilayur?
- The pincode of Vilayur is 679309, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Vilayur as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Vilayur is 23,389, with 10,831 males and 12,558 females.
- How many households are there in Vilayur as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Vilayur village has a total of 4,792 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Vilayur as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Vilayur is 80.77%. The male literacy rate is 81.18%, while the female literacy rate is 80.42%.