Valappad
Valappad is a village located in Chavakkad taluka of Thrissur district in Kerala, India. It is situated 26km away from sub-district headquarter Chavakkad (tehsildar office) and 29km away from district headquarter Thrissur. As per 2009 stats, Valappad village is also a gram panchayat.
Valappad has its own place in the vibrant Thrissur region. In the following sections, you’ll find details about population, literacy, households, children, caste data, area, pincode, local governance, nearby villages, connectivity, and more.
About Valappad
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Valappad is 627791. The village spans a total geographical area of 1633 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 680567. Chavakkad is nearest town to Valappad village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 20km away.
When it comes to local governance, Valappad village is administered by a Sarpanch, the elected head of the village, in accordance with the Constitution of India and the Panchayati Raj Act. The village falls under the Nattika Vidhan Sabha constituency for state-level representation and the Thrissur Lok Sabha constituency for national parliamentary elections. The local administration is responsible for civic services and development within the village.
Google Map of Valappad
Population of Valappad
Below is a concise population overview of Valappad as per the Census 2011 data. The table highlights the key population metrics categorized by gender and social groups.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 35,237 | 16,208 | 19,029 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 3,435 | 1,848 | 1,587 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 977 | 479 | 498 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 32 | 18 | 14 |
| Literate Population | 30,560 | 13,990 | 16,570 |
| Illiterate Population | 4,677 | 2,218 | 2,459 |
Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Valappad village:
- The total population of Valappad village is around 35,237, including approximately 16,208 males and 19,029 females, with a sex ratio of 1174 females per 1,000 males.
- There are about 3,435 children aged 0–6 years in Valappad village, reflecting the young population in the village.
- Valappad village has 977 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC) and 32 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
- The literacy rate of Valappad village is about 86.73%, with male literacy at 86.32% and female literacy at 87.08%.
- There are around 8,852 households in Valappad village.
Connectivity of Valappad
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Valappad. As per the 2011 stats, Valappad 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 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Valappad
Knowing the nearby villages of Valappad helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Valappad.
Frequently Asked Questions about Valappad
- Where is Valappad located?
- Valappad village is situated in Chavakkad Taluka, within the Thrissur district of Kerala, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Valappad?
- Valappad serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
- What is the pincode of Valappad?
- The pincode of Valappad is 680567, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Valappad as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Valappad is 35,237, with 16,208 males and 19,029 females.
- How many households are there in Valappad as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Valappad village has a total of 8,852 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Valappad as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Valappad is 86.73%. The male literacy rate is 86.32%, while the female literacy rate is 87.08%.