Kuruvilassery - Chalakkudy, Thrissur
Kuruvilassery is a village situated in the Chalakkudy taluka of Thrissur district, Kerala. It is located approximately 23 km from Irinjalakuda and around 44 km from Thrissur. Mala serves as the Gram Panchayat for Kuruvilassery village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Kuruvilassery is 627916. The village covers a total geographical area of 617 hectares and falls under the 680732 pincode. Chalakudy is the nearest town, located about 18 km away.
Kuruvilassery village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Kodungallur Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Chalakudy Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Kuruvilassery
As per Census 2011, Kuruvilassery village has a total population of 8,653 people, consisting of 4,058 males and 4,595 females. The village has 2,230 households and a sex ratio of 1,132 females per 1,000 males. There are 822 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 7,550 literate and 1,103 illiterate residents. Additionally, 1,047 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 20 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Kuruvilassery are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 8,653 | 4,058 | 4,595 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 822 | 405 | 417 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 1,047 | 515 | 532 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 20 | 7 | 13 |
| Literate Population | 7,550 | 3,580 | 3,970 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,103 | 478 | 625 |
Nearby Villages of Kuruvilassery
Kuruvilassery 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 Kuruvilassery
Kuruvilassery is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services.
| 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 Chalakudy to Kuruvilassery is about 18 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Thrissur to Kuruvilassery is about 44 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Kuruvilassery
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Kuruvilassery 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 Kuruvilassery
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Kuruvilassery 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 2-5 km |
FAQs about Kuruvilassery
Where is Kuruvilassery located?
Kuruvilassery village is located in Chalakkudy Taluka, Thrissur district, Kerala, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Kuruvilassery?
The Gram Panchayat of Kuruvilassery is Mala.
What is the pincode of Kuruvilassery?
The pincode of Kuruvilassery is 680732.
What is the population of Kuruvilassery?
Kuruvilassery has a total population of 8,653, including 4,058 males and 4,595 females.
How many households are there in Kuruvilassery?
There are 2,230 households in Kuruvilassery.
What is the literacy rate in Kuruvilassery?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Kuruvilassery is 87.25%. Male literacy is 88.22% and female literacy is 86.40%.