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.
Thekkumkara has its own place in the vibrant Thrissur region. In the following sections, you’ll find details about population, literacy, households, children, caste data, area, pincode, local governance, nearby villages, connectivity, and more.
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.
Google Map of Thekkumkara
Population of Thekkumkara
Below is a concise population overview of Thekkumkara as per the Census 2011 data. The table highlights the key population metrics categorized by gender and social groups.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| 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 |
Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Thekkumkara village:
- The total population of Thekkumkara village is around 15,267, including approximately 7,507 males and 7,760 females, with a sex ratio of 1033 females per 1,000 males.
- There are about 1,471 children aged 0–6 years in Thekkumkara village, reflecting the young population in the village.
- Thekkumkara village has 1,926 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC) and 14 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
- The literacy rate of Thekkumkara village is about 83.41%, with male literacy at 84.83% and female literacy at 82.04%.
- There are around 3,770 households in Thekkumkara village.
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%.