Pilakkad - Talappilly, Thrissur
Pilakkad 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 34 km from the district headquarters in Thrissur. Varavoor serves as the Gram Panchayat for Pilakkad village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Pilakkad is 627720. The village covers a total geographical area of 1142 hectares and falls under the 680585 pincode. Kunnamkulam is the nearest town, located about 24 km away.
Pilakkad 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 Pilakkad
As per Census 2011, Pilakkad village has a total population of 3,276 people, consisting of 1,608 males and 1,668 females. The village has 774 households and a sex ratio of 1,037 females per 1,000 males. There are 316 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 2,759 literate and 517 illiterate residents. Additionally, 840 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 1 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Pilakkad are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 3,276 | 1,608 | 1,668 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 316 | 170 | 146 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 840 | 420 | 420 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1 | 1 | - |
| Literate Population | 2,759 | 1,374 | 1,385 |
| Illiterate Population | 517 | 234 | 283 |
Nearby Villages of Pilakkad
Pilakkad 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Thichur | West | 2.15 km |
| Varavoor | East | 2.67 km |
| Thalassery | North-East | 3.42 km |
| Arangottukara | North | 3.92 km |
| Chittanda (ct) | South | 4.01 km |
| Pallur | North | 6.06 km |
| Kariyannur (ct) | South-West | 6.47 km |
| Mullurkara | East | 6.71 km |
| Nedumpura (ct) | East | 6.74 km |
| Thayyur | South-West | 6.84 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Pilakkad
Pilakkad 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 40.6 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 Kunnamkulam to Pilakkad is about 24 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Thrissur to Pilakkad is about 34 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 Pilakkad
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Pilakkad 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 Pilakkad
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Pilakkad 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 >10 km |
FAQs about Pilakkad
Where is Pilakkad located?
Pilakkad village is located in Talappilly Taluka, Thrissur district, Kerala, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Pilakkad?
The Gram Panchayat of Pilakkad is Varavoor.
What is the pincode of Pilakkad?
The pincode of Pilakkad is 680585.
What is the population of Pilakkad?
Pilakkad has a total population of 3,276, including 1,608 males and 1,668 females.
How many households are there in Pilakkad?
There are 774 households in Pilakkad.
What is the literacy rate in Pilakkad?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Pilakkad is 84.22%. Male literacy is 85.45% and female literacy is 83.03%.