Kurumala
Kurumala is a village located in Talappilly taluka of Thrissur district in Kerala, India. It is situated 17km away from sub-district headquarter Wadakkanchery (tehsildar office) and 35km away from district headquarter Thrissur. As per 2009 stats, Chelakkara is the gram panchayat of Kurumala village.
Kurumala 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 Kurumala
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Kurumala is 627749. The village spans a total geographical area of 489 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 680586. Shoranur is nearest town to Kurumala village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 15km away.
When it comes to local governance, Kurumala 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 Chelakkara 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 Kurumala
Population of Kurumala
Below is a concise population overview of Kurumala 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 | 3,536 | 1,699 | 1,837 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 308 | 168 | 140 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 600 | 287 | 313 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1 | N/A | 1 |
| Literate Population | 2,934 | 1,428 | 1,506 |
| Illiterate Population | 602 | 271 | 331 |
Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Kurumala village:
- The total population of Kurumala village is around 3,536, including approximately 1,699 males and 1,837 females, with a sex ratio of 1081 females per 1,000 males.
- There are about 308 children aged 0–6 years in Kurumala village, reflecting the young population in the village.
- Kurumala village has 600 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC) and 1 person from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
- The literacy rate of Kurumala village is about 82.98%, with male literacy at 84.05% and female literacy at 81.98%.
- There are around 874 households in Kurumala village.
Connectivity of Kurumala
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Kurumala. As per the 2011 stats, Kurumala had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Available within village |
| Railway Station | Available within 5 - 10 km distance |
Nearby Villages of Kurumala
Knowing the nearby villages of Kurumala helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Kurumala.
Frequently Asked Questions about Kurumala
- Where is Kurumala located?
- Kurumala village is situated in Talappilly Taluka, within the Thrissur district of Kerala, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Kurumala?
- The Gram Panchayat of Kurumala is Chelakkara (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the pincode of Kurumala?
- The pincode of Kurumala is 680586, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Kurumala as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Kurumala is 3,536, with 1,699 males and 1,837 females.
- How many households are there in Kurumala as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Kurumala village has a total of 874 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Kurumala as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Kurumala is 82.98%. The male literacy rate is 84.05%, while the female literacy rate is 81.98%.