Thichur - Talappilly, Thrissur
Thichur 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. Varavoor serves as the Gram Panchayat for Thichur village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Thichur is 627716. The village covers a total geographical area of 778 hectares and falls under the 680584 pincode. Kunnamkulam is the nearest town.
Thichur 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 Thichur
As per Census 2011, Thichur village has a total population of 8,165 people, consisting of 3,863 males and 4,302 females. The village has 1,750 households and a sex ratio of 1,113 females per 1,000 males. There are 1,029 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 6,406 literate and 1,759 illiterate residents. Additionally, 1,606 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 6 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Thichur are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 8,165 | 3,863 | 4,302 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 1,029 | 535 | 494 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 1,606 | 766 | 840 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 6 | 4 | 2 |
| Literate Population | 6,406 | 3,109 | 3,297 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,759 | 754 | 1,005 |
Nearby Villages of Thichur
Thichur 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Pilakkad | East | 2.15 km |
| Arangottukara | North-East | 4.14 km |
| Thalassery | North-East | 4.40 km |
| Varavoor | East | 4.75 km |
| Chittanda (ct) | South-East | 5.46 km |
| Kariyannur (ct) | South-West | 5.52 km |
| Thayyur | South | 6.55 km |
| Pallur | North-East | 6.60 km |
| Vellarakkad | South-West | 7.46 km |
| Puthuruthy | South | 7.79 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Thichur
Thichur 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 39.5 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 Thrissur to Thichur 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 Thichur
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Thichur 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 Thichur
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Thichur 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 Thichur
Where is Thichur located?
Thichur village is located in Talappilly Taluka, Thrissur district, Kerala, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Thichur?
The Gram Panchayat of Thichur is Varavoor.
What is the pincode of Thichur?
The pincode of Thichur is 680584.
What is the population of Thichur?
Thichur has a total population of 8,165, including 3,863 males and 4,302 females.
How many households are there in Thichur?
There are 1,750 households in Thichur.
What is the literacy rate in Thichur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Thichur is 78.46%. Male literacy is 80.48% and female literacy is 76.64%.