Painkulam Village - Talappilly, Thrissur
Painkulam is a village situated in the Talappilly taluka of Thrissur district, Kerala. It is located approximately 12 km from the tehsil headquarters in Wadakkanchery and around 32 km from the district headquarters in Thrissur. Panjal serves as the Gram Panchayat for Painkulam village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Painkulam is 627722. The village covers a total geographical area of 1396 hectares and falls under the 679531 pincode. Shoranur is the nearest town, located about 4 km away.
Painkulam village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Painkulam
As per Census 2011, Painkulam village has a total population of 9,517 people, consisting of 4,551 males and 4,966 females. The village has 2,115 households and a sex ratio of 1,091 females per 1,000 males. There are 1,064 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 7,607 literate and 1,910 illiterate residents. Additionally, 1,636 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 13 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Painkulam are given below:
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| 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 |
Nearby Villages of Painkulam
Painkulam 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Killimangalam | South | 2.47 km |
| Vaniyamkulam- Ii (ct) | North-East | 2.94 km |
| Panjal | South-West | 3.38 km |
| Venganellur | South-East | 4.54 km |
| Vaniyamkulam-i | North | 5.07 km |
| Thonnurkara | South | 5.92 km |
| Mayannur | East | 6.17 km |
| Chelakkara (ct) | South-East | 6.46 km |
| Nedumpura (ct) | West | 6.54 km |
| Kurumala | South | 7.68 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Painkulam
Painkulam is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Mannanur, while the nearest airport is Calicut International Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 45.0 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | Available within 5-10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Shoranur to Painkulam is about 4 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Thrissur to Painkulam is about 32 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 Painkulam
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Painkulam village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Painkulam
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Painkulam 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 2-5 km |
FAQs about Painkulam
Where is Painkulam located?
Painkulam village is located in Talappilly Taluka, Thrissur district, Kerala, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Painkulam?
The Gram Panchayat of Painkulam is Panjal.
What is the pincode of Painkulam?
The pincode of Painkulam is 679531.
What is the population of Painkulam?
Painkulam has a total population of 9,517, including 4,551 males and 4,966 females.
How many households are there in Painkulam?
There are 2,115 households in Painkulam.
What is the literacy rate in Painkulam?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Painkulam is 79.93%. Male literacy is 82.33% and female literacy is 77.73%.