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
According to the 2011 Census, Thottippal village had a total population of 7,768 people, including 3,714 males and 4,054 females, living in 1,973 households. The sex ratio was 1,092 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 94.37%, with male literacy at 96.56% and female literacy at 92.39%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 1,506, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 16.
The table below presents a detailed demographic breakdown of the village, including separate male and female figures for each population category.
| 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 had a total population of 7,768, including 3,714 males and 4,054 females.
How many households are there in Thottippal?
Thottippal had 1,973 households.
What is the literacy rate in Thottippal?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Thottippal was 94.37%. Male literacy was 96.56% and female literacy was 92.39%.