Padavayal - Tribal Taluk Office Attappadi, Palakkad
Padavayal is a village situated in the Tribal Taluk Office Attappadi taluka of Palakkad district, Kerala. It is located approximately 27 km from Mannarkad and around 70 km from Palakkad. Pudur serves as the Gram Panchayat for Padavayal village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Padavayal is 627609. The village covers a total geographical area of 32026 hectares and falls under the 678581 pincode. Palakkad is the nearest town, located about 70 km away.
Padavayal 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 Padavayal
As per Census 2011, Padavayal village has a total population of 6,144 people, consisting of 3,053 males and 3,091 females. The village has 1,719 households and a sex ratio of 1,012 females per 1,000 males. There are 881 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 3,099 literate and 3,045 illiterate residents. Additionally, 167 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 4,403 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Padavayal are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 6,144 | 3,053 | 3,091 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 881 | 438 | 443 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 167 | 79 | 88 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 4,403 | 2,171 | 2,232 |
| Literate Population | 3,099 | 1,752 | 1,347 |
| Illiterate Population | 3,045 | 1,301 | 1,744 |
Nearby Villages of Padavayal
Padavayal 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Kallamala | South-East | 11.30 km |
| Kerala Estate | West | 13.42 km |
| Payyanadam | South-West | 13.43 km |
| Karuvarakundu | West | 14.88 km |
| Kalikavu | West | 15.76 km |
| Agali | East | 15.78 km |
| Chokkad | North-West | 16.80 km |
| Palakkayam | South-East | 19.00 km |
| Amarambalam | North-West | 19.28 km |
| Thachampara | South | 19.38 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Padavayal
Padavayal is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Tuvvur, while the nearest airport is Calicut International Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 44.3 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| 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 Palakkad to Padavayal is about 70 km, with a usual travel time of around ~2 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Padavayal
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Padavayal village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Padavayal
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Padavayal village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Padavayal
Where is Padavayal located?
Padavayal village is located in Tribal Taluk Office Attappadi Taluka, Palakkad district, Kerala, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Padavayal?
The Gram Panchayat of Padavayal is Pudur.
What is the pincode of Padavayal?
The pincode of Padavayal is 678581.
What is the population of Padavayal?
Padavayal has a total population of 6,144, including 3,053 males and 3,091 females.
How many households are there in Padavayal?
There are 1,719 households in Padavayal.
What is the literacy rate in Padavayal?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Padavayal is 50.44%. Male literacy is 57.39% and female literacy is 43.58%.