Agali Village - Tribal Taluk Office Attappadi, Palakkad
Agali is a village situated in the Tribal Taluk Office Attappadi taluka of Palakkad district, Kerala. It is located approximately 37 km from Mannarkad and around 79 km from Palakkad. Agali village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Agali is 627611. The village covers a total geographical area of 7600 hectares and falls under the 678581 pincode. Coimbatore is the nearest town, located about 45 km away.
Agali village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Mannarkkad Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Palakkad Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Agali
As per Census 2011, Agali village has a total population of 22,327 people, consisting of 11,239 males and 11,088 females. The village has 5,783 households and a sex ratio of 986 females per 1,000 males. There are 2,346 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 15,962 literate and 6,365 illiterate residents. Additionally, 985 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 7,935 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Agali are given below:
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 22,327 | 11,239 | 11,088 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 2,346 | 1,195 | 1,151 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 985 | 505 | 480 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 7,935 | 4,007 | 3,928 |
| Literate Population | 15,962 | 8,456 | 7,506 |
| Illiterate Population | 6,365 | 2,783 | 3,582 |
Nearby Villages of Agali
Agali is surrounded by several neighbouring villages in various directions. The table below lists these nearby villages along with their approximate aerial (straight-line) distances and directions from the village:
| Nearby Village | Direction | Approx. Distance (Aerial) |
|---|---|---|
| Sholayur | South-East | 8.76 km |
| Kottathara | East | 9.02 km |
| Kallamala | South-West | 9.57 km |
| Velliangadu | East | 13.12 km |
| Palakkayam | South-West | 14.03 km |
| Anaikatti (south) | East | 14.85 km |
| Anaikatti (north) | East | 15.55 km |
| Padavayal | West | 15.78 km |
| Anaikatti North R.f. | East | 16.45 km |
| Gopanari R.f. | North-East | 17.88 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Agali
Agali is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Kottekad, while the nearest airport is Coimbatore International Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 34.4 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Coimbatore to Agali is about 45 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.3 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Palakkad to Agali is about 79 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Agali
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Agali 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 Agali
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Agali village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | Yes | Available within village |
FAQs about Agali
Where is Agali located?
Agali village is located in Tribal Taluk Office Attappadi Taluka, Palakkad district, Kerala, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Agali?
Agali is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Agali?
The pincode of Agali is 678581.
What is the population of Agali?
Agali has a total population of 22,327, including 11,239 males and 11,088 females.
How many households are there in Agali?
There are 5,783 households in Agali.
What is the literacy rate in Agali?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Agali is 71.49%. Male literacy is 75.24% and female literacy is 67.69%.