Kurumala Village - Talappilly, Thrissur
Kurumala is a village situated in the Talappilly taluka of Thrissur district, Kerala. It is located approximately 17 km from the tehsil headquarters in Wadakkanchery and around 35 km from the district headquarters in Thrissur. Chelakkara serves as the Gram Panchayat for Kurumala village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Kurumala is 627749. The village covers a total geographical area of 489 hectares and falls under the 680586 pincode. Shoranur is the nearest town, located about 15 km away.
Kurumala 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 Kurumala
As per Census 2011, Kurumala village has a total population of 3,536 people, consisting of 1,699 males and 1,837 females. The village has 874 households and a sex ratio of 1,081 females per 1,000 males. There are 308 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 2,934 literate and 602 illiterate residents. Additionally, 600 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 1 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Kurumala are given below:
| 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 | - | 1 |
| Literate Population | 2,934 | 1,428 | 1,506 |
| Illiterate Population | 602 | 271 | 331 |
Nearby Villages of Kurumala
Kurumala is surrounded by several neighbouring villages in various directions. The table below lists these nearby villages along with their approximate aerial (straight-line) distances and directions from the village:
| Nearby Village | Direction | Approx. Distance (Aerial) |
|---|---|---|
| Chelakkara (ct) | North-East | 2.26 km |
| Thonnurkara | North-West | 2.37 km |
| Killimangalam | North | 5.23 km |
| Manalithara | South | 5.47 km |
| Venganellur | North-East | 5.52 km |
| Viruppakka | South-West | 5.68 km |
| Panjal | North-West | 6.65 km |
| Painkulam | North | 7.68 km |
| Enkakkad (ct) | West | 7.84 km |
| Kondazhy | North-East | 7.94 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Kurumala
Kurumala is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Mullurkara, while the nearest airport is Cochin International Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 43.8 km.
| 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 Kurumala is about 15 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Thrissur to Kurumala is about 35 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 Kurumala
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Kurumala village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Kurumala
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Kurumala 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 >10 km |
FAQs about Kurumala
Where is Kurumala located?
Kurumala village is located in Talappilly Taluka, Thrissur district, Kerala, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Kurumala?
The Gram Panchayat of Kurumala is Chelakkara.
What is the pincode of Kurumala?
The pincode of Kurumala is 680586.
What is the population of Kurumala?
Kurumala has a total population of 3,536, including 1,699 males and 1,837 females.
How many households are there in Kurumala?
There are 874 households in Kurumala.
What is the literacy rate in Kurumala?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Kurumala is 82.98%. Male literacy is 84.05% and female literacy is 81.98%.