Pazhayannur - Talappilly, Thrissur
Pazhayannur is a village situated in the Talappilly taluka of Thrissur district, Kerala. It is located approximately 27 km from the tehsil headquarters in Wadakkanchery and around 50 km from the district headquarters in Thrissur. Pazhayannur village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Pazhayannur is 627753. The village covers a total geographical area of 2048 hectares and falls under the 680587 pincode. Ottappalam is the nearest town, located about 25 km away.
Pazhayannur 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 Pazhayannur
As per Census 2011, Pazhayannur village has a total population of 16,688 people, consisting of 8,126 males and 8,562 females. The village has 3,895 households and a sex ratio of 1,053 females per 1,000 males. There are 1,747 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 13,425 literate and 3,263 illiterate residents. Additionally, 2,333 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 65 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Pazhayannur are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 16,688 | 8,126 | 8,562 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 1,747 | 899 | 848 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 2,333 | 1,151 | 1,182 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 65 | 31 | 34 |
| Literate Population | 13,425 | 6,794 | 6,631 |
| Illiterate Population | 3,263 | 1,332 | 1,931 |
Nearby Villages of Pazhayannur
Pazhayannur is surrounded by several nearby villages in its surroundings. These villages are part of the local area and are commonly connected through local routes and daily movement of people.
Transport and Connectivity of Pazhayannur
Pazhayannur is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is located within >10 km of Pazhayannur.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | Available within >10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Ottappalam to Pazhayannur is about 25 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Thrissur to Pazhayannur is about 50 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.4 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Pazhayannur
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Pazhayannur 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 Pazhayannur
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Pazhayannur village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Pazhayannur
Where is Pazhayannur located?
Pazhayannur village is located in Talappilly Taluka, Thrissur district, Kerala, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Pazhayannur?
Pazhayannur is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Pazhayannur?
The pincode of Pazhayannur is 680587.
What is the population of Pazhayannur?
Pazhayannur has a total population of 16,688, including 8,126 males and 8,562 females.
How many households are there in Pazhayannur?
There are 3,895 households in Pazhayannur.
What is the literacy rate in Pazhayannur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Pazhayannur is 80.45%. Male literacy is 83.61% and female literacy is 77.45%.