Thalassery - Talappilly, Thrissur
Thalassery 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 40 km from the district headquarters in Thrissur. Desamangalam serves as the Gram Panchayat for Thalassery village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Thalassery is 627719. The village covers a total geographical area of 219 hectares and falls under the 679532 pincode. Shoranur is the nearest town, located about 10 km away.
Thalassery 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 Thalassery
As per Census 2011, Thalassery village has a total population of 3,318 people, consisting of 1,525 males and 1,793 females. The village has 680 households and a sex ratio of 1,175 females per 1,000 males. There are 400 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 2,567 literate and 751 illiterate residents. Additionally, 349 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 2 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Thalassery are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 3,318 | 1,525 | 1,793 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 400 | 200 | 200 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 349 | 168 | 181 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 2 | 2 | - |
| Literate Population | 2,567 | 1,208 | 1,359 |
| Illiterate Population | 751 | 317 | 434 |
Nearby Villages of Thalassery
Thalassery 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Arangottukara | North-West | 1.45 km |
| Pallur | North | 2.70 km |
| Varavoor | South-East | 3.04 km |
| Pilakkad | South-West | 3.42 km |
| Thichur | South-West | 4.40 km |
| Ongallur -ii (ct) | North | 5.00 km |
| Nedumpura (ct) | East | 5.62 km |
| Chittanda (ct) | South | 6.90 km |
| Mullurkara | South-East | 7.15 km |
| Ongallur -i (ct) | North | 7.74 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Thalassery
Thalassery is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Karakkad, while the nearest airport is Calicut International Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 39.2 km.
| 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 Shoranur to Thalassery is about 10 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Thrissur to Thalassery is about 40 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 Thalassery
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Thalassery 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 Thalassery
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Thalassery 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 >10 km |
FAQs about Thalassery
Where is Thalassery located?
Thalassery village is located in Talappilly Taluka, Thrissur district, Kerala, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Thalassery?
The Gram Panchayat of Thalassery is Desamangalam.
What is the pincode of Thalassery?
The pincode of Thalassery is 679532.
What is the population of Thalassery?
Thalassery has a total population of 3,318, including 1,525 males and 1,793 females.
How many households are there in Thalassery?
There are 680 households in Thalassery.
What is the literacy rate in Thalassery?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Thalassery is 77.37%. Male literacy is 79.21% and female literacy is 75.79%.