Padinjare Vemballur Village - Kodungallur, Thrissur
Padinjare Vemballur is a village situated in the Kodungallur taluka of Thrissur district, Kerala. It is located approximately 10 km from the tehsil headquarters in Kodungallur and around 42 km from the district headquarters in Thrissur. Sree Narayanapuram serves as the Gram Panchayat for Padinjare Vemballur village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Padinjare Vemballur is 627871. The village covers a total geographical area of 631 hectares and falls under the 680671 pincode. Kodungallur is the nearest town, located about 8 km away.
Padinjare Vemballur village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Kaipamangalam Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Chalakudy Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Padinjare Vemballur
As per Census 2011, Padinjare Vemballur village has a total population of 11,836 people, consisting of 5,556 males and 6,280 females. The village has 2,905 households and a sex ratio of 1,130 females per 1,000 males. There are 1,152 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 10,104 literate and 1,732 illiterate residents. Additionally, 1,030 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 16 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Padinjare Vemballur are given below:
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 11,836 | 5,556 | 6,280 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 1,152 | 587 | 565 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 1,030 | 506 | 524 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 16 | 8 | 8 |
| Literate Population | 10,104 | 4,803 | 5,301 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,732 | 753 | 979 |
Nearby Villages of Padinjare Vemballur
Padinjare Vemballur 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Panangad (ct) | East | 2.34 km |
| Ala (ct) | East | 4.72 km |
| Vallivattom | East | 5.13 km |
| Perinjanam (ct) | North | 5.42 km |
| Padiyoor | North-East | 6.29 km |
| Azhikode | South | 7.56 km |
| Thekkumkara (ct) | East | 7.57 km |
| Karumathra | East | 7.63 km |
| Kaipamangalam (ct) | North | 8.12 km |
| Vadakkumkara (ct) | North-East | 9.04 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Padinjare Vemballur
Padinjare Vemballur is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Irinjalakuda, while the nearest airport is Cochin International Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 22.8 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 Kodungallur to Padinjare Vemballur is about 8 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Thrissur to Padinjare Vemballur is about 42 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.2 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Padinjare Vemballur
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Padinjare Vemballur 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 Padinjare Vemballur
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Padinjare Vemballur village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Padinjare Vemballur
Where is Padinjare Vemballur located?
Padinjare Vemballur village is located in Kodungallur Taluka, Thrissur district, Kerala, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Padinjare Vemballur?
The Gram Panchayat of Padinjare Vemballur is Sree Narayanapuram.
What is the pincode of Padinjare Vemballur?
The pincode of Padinjare Vemballur is 680671.
What is the population of Padinjare Vemballur?
Padinjare Vemballur has a total population of 11,836, including 5,556 males and 6,280 females.
How many households are there in Padinjare Vemballur?
There are 2,905 households in Padinjare Vemballur.
What is the literacy rate in Padinjare Vemballur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Padinjare Vemballur is 85.37%. Male literacy is 86.45% and female literacy is 84.41%.