Thekkumkara

Thekkumkara is a village located in Talappilly taluka of Thrissur district in Kerala, India. It is situated 7km away from sub-district headquarter Wadakkanchery (tehsildar office) and 30km away from district headquarter Thrissur. As per 2009 stats, Thekkumkara village is also a gram panchayat.

Here you can discover what makes Thekkumkara unique in its vibrant Talappilly-Thrissur region. You’ll see Thekkumkara’s rich profile with demographics like population, households, literacy, sex ratio, kids, castes etc., geographical details like satellite map, area, pincode, plus local governance through gram panchayat, broader constituencies, nearby villages, connectivity, and answers to common questions.

About Thekkumkara

According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Thekkumkara is 627745. The village spans a total geographical area of 2187 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 680589. Thrissur is nearest town to Thekkumkara village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 10km away.

When it comes to local governance, Thekkumkara village is administered by a Sarpanch, the elected head of the village, in accordance with the Constitution of India and the Panchayati Raj Act. The village falls under the Wadakkanchery Vidhan Sabha constituency for state-level representation and the Alathur Lok Sabha constituency for national parliamentary elections. The local administration is responsible for civic services and development within the village.

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Population of Thekkumkara

According to the 2011 Census, Thekkumkara has a total population of about 15,267, with approximately 7,507 males and 7,760 females. The sex ratio is around 1033 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 1,471 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 1,926 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 14. The overall literacy rate is approximately 83.41%, with male literacy at about 84.83% and female literacy near 82.04%. There are around 3,770 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Thekkumkara's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.

ParticularsTotalMaleFemale
Total Population 15,267 7,507 7,760
Child Population (0–6 yrs) 1,471 789 682
Scheduled Castes (SC) 1,926 933 993
Scheduled Tribes (ST) 14 8 6
Literate Population 12,734 6,368 6,366
Illiterate Population 2,533 1,139 1,394

Connectivity of Thekkumkara

Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Thekkumkara. As per the 2011 stats, Thekkumkara had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.

Connectivity Type Status (in year 2011)
Public Bus Service Available within village
Private Bus Service Available within village
Railway Station Available within 5 - 10 km distance

Nearby Villages of Thekkumkara

Knowing the nearby villages of Thekkumkara helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Thekkumkara.

Frequently Asked Questions about Thekkumkara

Where is Thekkumkara located?
Thekkumkara village is situated in Talappilly Taluka, within the Thrissur district of Kerala, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Thekkumkara?
Thekkumkara serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
What is the pincode of Thekkumkara?
The pincode of Thekkumkara is 680589, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
What is the population of Thekkumkara as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Thekkumkara is 15,267, with 7,507 males and 7,760 females.
How many households are there in Thekkumkara as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Thekkumkara village has a total of 3,770 households.
What is the literacy rate in Thekkumkara as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Thekkumkara is 83.41%. The male literacy rate is 84.83%, while the female literacy rate is 82.04%.