Painkulam

Painkulam is a village located in Talappilly taluka of Thrissur district in Kerala, India. It is situated 12km away from sub-district headquarter Wadakkanchery (tehsildar office) and 32km away from district headquarter Thrissur. As per 2009 stats, Panjal is the gram panchayat of Painkulam village.

Painkulam 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 Painkulam

According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Painkulam is 627722. The village spans a total geographical area of 1396 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 679531. Shoranur is nearest town to Painkulam village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 4km away.

When it comes to local governance, Painkulam 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.

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Population of Painkulam

Below is a concise population overview of Painkulam as per the Census 2011 data. The table highlights the key population metrics categorized by gender and social groups.

ParticularsTotalMaleFemale
Total Population 9,517 4,551 4,966
Child Population (0–6 yrs) 1,064 545 519
Scheduled Castes (SC) 1,636 800 836
Scheduled Tribes (ST) 13 5 8
Literate Population 7,607 3,747 3,860
Illiterate Population 1,910 804 1,106

Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Painkulam village:

  • The total population of Painkulam village is around 9,517, including approximately 4,551 males and 4,966 females, with a sex ratio of 1091 females per 1,000 males.
  • There are about 1,064 children aged 0–6 years in Painkulam village, reflecting the young population in the village.
  • Painkulam village has 1,636 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC) and 13 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
  • The literacy rate of Painkulam village is about 79.93%, with male literacy at 82.33% and female literacy at 77.73%.
  • There are around 2,115 households in Painkulam village.

Connectivity of Painkulam

Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Painkulam. As per the 2011 stats, Painkulam 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 5 - 10 km distance

Nearby Villages of Painkulam

Knowing the nearby villages of Painkulam helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Painkulam.

Frequently Asked Questions about Painkulam

Where is Painkulam located?
Painkulam village is situated in Talappilly Taluka, within the Thrissur district of Kerala, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Painkulam?
The Gram Panchayat of Painkulam is Panjal (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
What is the pincode of Painkulam?
The pincode of Painkulam is 679531, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
What is the population of Painkulam as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Painkulam is 9,517, with 4,551 males and 4,966 females.
How many households are there in Painkulam as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Painkulam village has a total of 2,115 households.
What is the literacy rate in Painkulam as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Painkulam is 79.93%. The male literacy rate is 82.33%, while the female literacy rate is 77.73%.