Thazhekkad

Thazhekkad is a village located in Mukundapuram taluka of Thrissur district in Kerala, India. It is situated 10.5km away from sub-district headquarter Irinjalakuda (tehsildar office) and 40km away from district headquarter Thrissur. As per 2009 stats, Alur is the gram panchayat of Thazhekkad village.

Thazhekkad 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 Thazhekkad

According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Thazhekkad is 627906. The village spans a total geographical area of 1196 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 680697. Irinjalakuda is nearest town to Thazhekkad village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 10km away.

When it comes to local governance, Thazhekkad 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 Irinjalakuda 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.

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Population of Thazhekkad

Below is a concise population overview of Thazhekkad as per the Census 2011 data. The table highlights the key population metrics categorized by gender and social groups.

ParticularsTotalMaleFemale
Total Population 13,241 6,220 7,021
Child Population (0–6 yrs) 1,291 645 646
Scheduled Castes (SC) 1,582 765 817
Scheduled Tribes (ST) 18 9 9
Literate Population 11,552 5,438 6,114
Illiterate Population 1,689 782 907

Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Thazhekkad village:

  • The total population of Thazhekkad village is around 13,241, including approximately 6,220 males and 7,021 females, with a sex ratio of 1128 females per 1,000 males.
  • There are about 1,291 children aged 0–6 years in Thazhekkad village, reflecting the young population in the village.
  • Thazhekkad village has 1,582 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC) and 18 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
  • The literacy rate of Thazhekkad village is about 87.24%, with male literacy at 87.43% and female literacy at 87.08%.
  • There are around 3,369 households in Thazhekkad village.

Connectivity of Thazhekkad

Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Thazhekkad. As per the 2011 stats, Thazhekkad 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 <5 km distance

Nearby Villages of Thazhekkad

Knowing the nearby villages of Thazhekkad helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Thazhekkad.

Frequently Asked Questions about Thazhekkad

Where is Thazhekkad located?
Thazhekkad village is situated in Mukundapuram Taluka, within the Thrissur district of Kerala, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Thazhekkad?
The Gram Panchayat of Thazhekkad is Alur (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
What is the pincode of Thazhekkad?
The pincode of Thazhekkad is 680697, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
What is the population of Thazhekkad as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Thazhekkad is 13,241, with 6,220 males and 7,021 females.
How many households are there in Thazhekkad as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Thazhekkad village has a total of 3,369 households.
What is the literacy rate in Thazhekkad as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Thazhekkad is 87.24%. The male literacy rate is 87.43%, while the female literacy rate is 87.08%.