Chelakode Village - Talappilly, Thrissur
Chelakode is a village situated in the Talappilly taluka of Thrissur district, Kerala. It is located approximately 18 km from the tehsil headquarters in Wadakkanchery and around 38 km from the district headquarters in Thrissur. Kondazhy serves as the Gram Panchayat for Chelakode village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Chelakode is 627728. The village covers a total geographical area of 581 hectares and falls under the 680587 pincode. Ottappalam is the nearest town, located about 17 km away.
Chelakode village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Chelakkara Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Alathur Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Chelakode
As per Census 2011, Chelakode village has a total population of 4,236 people, consisting of 2,027 males and 2,209 females. The village has 962 households and a sex ratio of 1,089 females per 1,000 males. There are 505 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 3,273 literate and 963 illiterate residents. Additionally, 797 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 4 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Chelakode are given below:
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 4,236 | 2,027 | 2,209 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 505 | 254 | 251 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 797 | 405 | 392 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 4 | 2 | 2 |
| Literate Population | 3,273 | 1,620 | 1,653 |
| Illiterate Population | 963 | 407 | 556 |
Nearby Villages of Chelakode
Chelakode 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 Chelakode
Chelakode is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services.
| 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 Ottappalam to Chelakode is about 17 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Thrissur to Chelakode is about 38 km, with the usual travel time around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Chelakode
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Chelakode village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Chelakode
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Chelakode village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Chelakode
Where is Chelakode located?
Chelakode village is located in Talappilly Taluka, Thrissur district, Kerala, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Chelakode?
The Gram Panchayat of Chelakode is Kondazhy.
What is the pincode of Chelakode?
The pincode of Chelakode is 680587.
What is the population of Chelakode?
Chelakode has a total population of 4,236, including 2,027 males and 2,209 females.
How many households are there in Chelakode?
There are 962 households in Chelakode.
What is the literacy rate in Chelakode?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Chelakode is 77.27%. Male literacy is 79.92% and female literacy is 74.83%.