Pulakode - Talappilly, Thrissur
Pulakode is a village situated in the Talappilly taluka of Thrissur district, Kerala. It is located approximately 18 km from the tehsil headquarters in Wadakkanchery and around 37 km from the district headquarters in Thrissur. Chelakkara serves as the Gram Panchayat for Pulakode village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Pulakode is 627752. The village covers a total geographical area of 1623 hectares and falls under the 680586 pincode. Shoranur is the nearest town, located about 15 km away.
Pulakode 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 Pulakode
According to the 2011 Census, Pulakode village had a total population of 6,456 people, including 3,114 males and 3,342 females, living in 1,567 households. The sex ratio was 1,073 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 91.18%, with male literacy at 94.11% and female literacy at 88.49%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 1,282, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 9.
The table below presents a detailed demographic breakdown of the village, including separate male and female figures for each population category.
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 6,456 | 3,114 | 3,342 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 649 | 330 | 319 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 1,282 | 598 | 684 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 9 | 4 | 5 |
| Literate Population | 5,295 | 2,620 | 2,675 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,161 | 494 | 667 |
Nearby Villages of Pulakode
Pulakode 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 Pulakode
Pulakode 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 Pulakode.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| 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 Shoranur to Pulakode is about 15 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Thrissur to Pulakode is about 37 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 Pulakode
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Pulakode village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Pulakode
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Pulakode village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Pulakode
Where is Pulakode located?
Pulakode village is located in Talappilly Taluka, Thrissur district, Kerala, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Pulakode?
The Gram Panchayat of Pulakode is Chelakkara.
What is the pincode of Pulakode?
The pincode of Pulakode is 680586.
What is the population of Pulakode?
Pulakode had a total population of 6,456, including 3,114 males and 3,342 females.
How many households are there in Pulakode?
Pulakode had 1,567 households.
What is the literacy rate in Pulakode?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Pulakode was 91.18%. Male literacy was 94.11% and female literacy was 88.49%.