Chowwannur
Chowwannur is a village located in Talappilly taluka of Thrissur district in Kerala, India. It is situated 22km away from sub-district headquarter Wadakkanchery (tehsildar office) and 26km away from district headquarter Thrissur. As per 2009 stats, Chowwannur village is also a gram panchayat.
Chowwannur 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 Chowwannur
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Chowwannur is 627736. The village spans a total geographical area of 126 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 680517. Kunnamkulam is nearest town to Chowwannur village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 1km away.
When it comes to local governance, Chowwannur 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 Kunnamkulam Vidhan Sabha constituency for state-level representation and the Alathur Lok Sabha constituency for national parliamentary elections. The local administration is responsible for civic services and development within the village.
Google Map of Chowwannur
Population of Chowwannur
Below is a concise population overview of Chowwannur as per the Census 2011 data. The table highlights the key population metrics categorized by gender and social groups.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 6,907 | 3,244 | 3,663 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 706 | 355 | 351 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 570 | 267 | 303 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 22 | 9 | 13 |
| Literate Population | 5,997 | 2,817 | 3,180 |
| Illiterate Population | 910 | 427 | 483 |
Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Chowwannur village:
- The total population of Chowwannur village is around 6,907, including approximately 3,244 males and 3,663 females, with a sex ratio of 1129 females per 1,000 males.
- There are about 706 children aged 0–6 years in Chowwannur village, reflecting the young population in the village.
- Chowwannur village has 570 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC) and 22 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
- The literacy rate of Chowwannur village is about 86.82%, with male literacy at 86.84% and female literacy at 86.81%.
- There are around 1,616 households in Chowwannur village.
Connectivity of Chowwannur
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Chowwannur. As per the 2011 stats, Chowwannur had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within <5 km distance |
| Private Bus Service | Available within village |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Chowwannur
Knowing the nearby villages of Chowwannur helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Chowwannur.
Frequently Asked Questions about Chowwannur
- Where is Chowwannur located?
- Chowwannur village is situated in Talappilly Taluka, within the Thrissur district of Kerala, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Chowwannur?
- Chowwannur serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
- What is the pincode of Chowwannur?
- The pincode of Chowwannur is 680517, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Chowwannur as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Chowwannur is 6,907, with 3,244 males and 3,663 females.
- How many households are there in Chowwannur as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Chowwannur village has a total of 1,616 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Chowwannur as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Chowwannur is 86.82%. The male literacy rate is 86.84%, while the female literacy rate is 86.81%.