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.
Here you can discover what makes Vilayur unique in its vibrant Ottappalam-Palakkad region. You’ll see Vilayur’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 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
According to the 2011 Census, Vilayur has a total population of about 23,389, with approximately 10,831 males and 12,558 females. The sex ratio is around 1159 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 3,130 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 2,572 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 56. The overall literacy rate is approximately 80.77%, with male literacy at about 81.18% and female literacy near 80.42%. There are around 4,792 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Vilayur's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| 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 |
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%.