Mankara
Mankara is a village located in Palakkad taluka of Palakkad district in Kerala, India. It is situated 19km away from Palakkad, which is both district & sub-district headquarter of Mankara village. As per 2009 stats, Mankara village is also a gram panchayat.
Here you can discover what makes Mankara unique in its vibrant Palakkad region. You’ll see Mankara’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 Mankara
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Mankara is 627631. The village spans a total geographical area of 2056 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 678613. Palakkad is nearest town to Mankara village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 19km away.
Google Map of Mankara
Population of Mankara
According to the 2011 Census, Mankara has a total population of about 18,781, with approximately 9,074 males and 9,707 females. The sex ratio is around 1069 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 1,863 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 3,842 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 29. The overall literacy rate is approximately 80.66%, with male literacy at about 83.78% and female literacy near 77.75%. There are around 4,322 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Mankara's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 18,781 | 9,074 | 9,707 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 1,863 | 968 | 895 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 3,842 | 1,905 | 1,937 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 29 | 16 | 13 |
| Literate Population | 15,149 | 7,602 | 7,547 |
| Illiterate Population | 3,632 | 1,472 | 2,160 |
Connectivity of Mankara
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Mankara. As per the 2011 stats, Mankara 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 village |
Nearby Villages of Mankara
Knowing the nearby villages of Mankara helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Mankara.
Frequently Asked Questions about Mankara
- Where is Mankara located?
- Mankara village is situated in Palakkad Taluka, within the Palakkad district of Kerala, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Mankara?
- Mankara serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
- What is the pincode of Mankara?
- The pincode of Mankara is 678613, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Mankara as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Mankara is 18,781, with 9,074 males and 9,707 females.
- How many households are there in Mankara as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Mankara village has a total of 4,322 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Mankara as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Mankara is 80.66%. The male literacy rate is 83.78%, while the female literacy rate is 77.75%.