Vallapuzha Village - Pattambi, Palakkad
Vallapuzha is a village situated in the Pattambi taluka of Palakkad district, Kerala. It is located approximately 22 km from Ottappalam and around 56 km from Palakkad. Vallapuzha village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Vallapuzha is 627584. The village covers a total geographical area of 2164 hectares and falls under the 679336 pincode. Shoranur is the nearest town, located about 12 km away.
Vallapuzha village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Pattambi Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Palakkad Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Vallapuzha
As per Census 2011, Vallapuzha village has a total population of 28,018 people, consisting of 13,424 males and 14,594 females. The village has 5,282 households and a sex ratio of 1,087 females per 1,000 males. There are 3,943 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 22,605 literate and 5,413 illiterate residents. Additionally, 2,787 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 26 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Vallapuzha are given below:
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 28,018 | 13,424 | 14,594 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 3,943 | 2,008 | 1,935 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 2,787 | 1,353 | 1,434 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 26 | 12 | 14 |
| Literate Population | 22,605 | 10,913 | 11,692 |
| Illiterate Population | 5,413 | 2,511 | 2,902 |
Nearby Villages of Vallapuzha
Vallapuzha 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 Vallapuzha
Vallapuzha is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. Vallapuzha has a railway station.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | Yes | Available within village |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Shoranur to Vallapuzha is about 12 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Palakkad to Vallapuzha is about 56 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.6 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Vallapuzha
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Vallapuzha village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | Yes | Available within village |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Vallapuzha
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Vallapuzha village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Vallapuzha
Where is Vallapuzha located?
Vallapuzha village is located in Pattambi Taluka, Palakkad district, Kerala, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Vallapuzha?
Vallapuzha is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Vallapuzha?
The pincode of Vallapuzha is 679336.
What is the population of Vallapuzha?
Vallapuzha has a total population of 28,018, including 13,424 males and 14,594 females.
How many households are there in Vallapuzha?
There are 5,282 households in Vallapuzha.
What is the literacy rate in Vallapuzha?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Vallapuzha is 80.68%. Male literacy is 81.29% and female literacy is 80.12%.