Mullurkara - Talappilly, Thrissur
Mullurkara is a village situated in the Talappilly taluka of Thrissur district, Kerala. It is located approximately 6 km from the tehsil headquarters in Wadakkanchery and around 24 km from the district headquarters in Thrissur. Mullurkara village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Mullurkara is 627733. The village covers a total geographical area of 1427 hectares and falls under the 680583 pincode. Thrissur is the nearest town, located about 24 km away.
Mullurkara 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 Mullurkara
As per Census 2011, Mullurkara village has a total population of 13,491 people, consisting of 6,523 males and 6,968 females. The village has 2,957 households and a sex ratio of 1,068 females per 1,000 males. There are 1,508 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 10,980 literate and 2,511 illiterate residents. Additionally, 1,243 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 1 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Mullurkara are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 13,491 | 6,523 | 6,968 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 1,508 | 774 | 734 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 1,243 | 602 | 641 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1 | - | 1 |
| Literate Population | 10,980 | 5,452 | 5,528 |
| Illiterate Population | 2,511 | 1,071 | 1,440 |
Nearby Villages of Mullurkara
Mullurkara 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Nedumpura (ct) | North | 3.09 km |
| Enkakkad (ct) | South | 4.34 km |
| Varavoor | North-West | 4.42 km |
| Panjal | North-East | 4.72 km |
| Chittanda (ct) | West | 5.38 km |
| Wadakkanchery (ct) | South-West | 5.93 km |
| Thonnurkara | East | 6.38 km |
| Pilakkad | West | 6.71 km |
| Killimangalam | East | 7.11 km |
| Thalassery | North-West | 7.15 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Mullurkara
Mullurkara 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 Calicut International Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 44.6 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | Yes | Available within village |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Thrissur to Mullurkara is about 24 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Mullurkara
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Mullurkara village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | Yes | Available within village |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Mullurkara
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Mullurkara village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Mullurkara
Where is Mullurkara located?
Mullurkara village is located in Talappilly Taluka, Thrissur district, Kerala, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Mullurkara?
Mullurkara is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Mullurkara?
The pincode of Mullurkara is 680583.
What is the population of Mullurkara?
Mullurkara has a total population of 13,491, including 6,523 males and 6,968 females.
How many households are there in Mullurkara?
There are 2,957 households in Mullurkara.
What is the literacy rate in Mullurkara?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Mullurkara is 81.39%. Male literacy is 83.58% and female literacy is 79.33%.