Thottippal - Mukundapuram, Thrissur
Thottippal is a village situated in the Mukundapuram taluka of Thrissur district, Kerala. It is located approximately 12 km from the tehsil headquarters in Irinjalakuda and around 20 km from the district headquarters in Thrissur. Parappukkara serves as the Gram Panchayat for Thottippal village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Thottippal is 627887. The village covers a total geographical area of 717 hectares and falls under the 680310 pincode. Irinjalakuda is the nearest town, located about 9 km away.
Thottippal village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Puthukkad Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Thrissur Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Thottippal
As per Census 2011, Thottippal village has a total population of 7,768 people, consisting of 3,714 males and 4,054 females. The village has 1,973 households and a sex ratio of 1,091 females per 1,000 males. There are 649 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 6,718 literate and 1,050 illiterate residents. Additionally, 1,506 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 16 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Thottippal are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 7,768 | 3,714 | 4,054 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 649 | 342 | 307 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 1,506 | 722 | 784 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 16 | 8 | 8 |
| Literate Population | 6,718 | 3,256 | 3,462 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,050 | 458 | 592 |
Nearby Villages of Thottippal
Thottippal 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 Thottippal
Thottippal is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is located within 2-5 km of Thottippal.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | Available within 2-5 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Irinjalakuda to Thottippal is about 9 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Thrissur to Thottippal is about 20 km, with the usual travel time around 30-60 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Thottippal
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Thottippal 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 Thottippal
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Thottippal village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Thottippal
Where is Thottippal located?
Thottippal village is located in Mukundapuram Taluka, Thrissur district, Kerala, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Thottippal?
The Gram Panchayat of Thottippal is Parappukkara.
What is the pincode of Thottippal?
The pincode of Thottippal is 680310.
What is the population of Thottippal?
Thottippal has a total population of 7,768, including 3,714 males and 4,054 females.
How many households are there in Thottippal?
There are 1,973 households in Thottippal.
What is the literacy rate in Thottippal?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Thottippal is 86.48%. Male literacy is 87.67% and female literacy is 85.40%.