Kanjirakode Village - Talappilly, Thrissur
Kanjirakode is a village situated in the Talappilly taluka of Thrissur district, Kerala. It is located approximately 1 km from the tehsil headquarters in Wadakkanchery and around 20 km from the district headquarters in Thrissur. Erumapetty serves as the Gram Panchayat for Kanjirakode village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Kanjirakode is 627734. The village covers a total geographical area of 820 hectares and falls under the 680590 pincode. Shoranur is the nearest town, located about 18 km away.
Kanjirakode village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Kanjirakode
As per Census 2011, Kanjirakode village has a total population of 4,474 people, consisting of 2,121 males and 2,353 females. The village has 1,060 households and a sex ratio of 1,109 females per 1,000 males. There are 425 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 3,617 literate and 857 illiterate residents. Additionally, 852 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 16 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Kanjirakode are given below:
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 4,474 | 2,121 | 2,353 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 425 | 207 | 218 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 852 | 415 | 437 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 16 | 8 | 8 |
| Literate Population | 3,617 | 1,770 | 1,847 |
| Illiterate Population | 857 | 351 | 506 |
Nearby Villages of Kanjirakode
Kanjirakode 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 Kanjirakode
Kanjirakode 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 Shoranur to Kanjirakode is about 18 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Thrissur to Kanjirakode 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 Kanjirakode
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Kanjirakode 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 Kanjirakode
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Kanjirakode 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 5-10 km |
FAQs about Kanjirakode
Where is Kanjirakode located?
Kanjirakode village is located in Talappilly Taluka, Thrissur district, Kerala, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Kanjirakode?
The Gram Panchayat of Kanjirakode is Erumapetty.
What is the pincode of Kanjirakode?
The pincode of Kanjirakode is 680590.
What is the population of Kanjirakode?
Kanjirakode has a total population of 4,474, including 2,121 males and 2,353 females.
How many households are there in Kanjirakode?
There are 1,060 households in Kanjirakode.
What is the literacy rate in Kanjirakode?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Kanjirakode is 80.84%. Male literacy is 83.45% and female literacy is 78.50%.