Thiruvilwamala Village - Talappilly, Thrissur
Thiruvilwamala is a village situated in the Talappilly taluka of Thrissur district, Kerala. It is located approximately 30 km from the tehsil headquarters in Wadakkanchery and around 48 km from the district headquarters in Thrissur. Thiruvilwamala village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Thiruvilwamala is 627725. The village covers a total geographical area of 2061 hectares and falls under the 680588 pincode. Ottappalam is the nearest town, located about 10 km away.
Thiruvilwamala 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 Thiruvilwamala
As per Census 2011, Thiruvilwamala village has a total population of 11,793 people, consisting of 5,636 males and 6,157 females. The village has 2,929 households and a sex ratio of 1,092 females per 1,000 males. There are 1,144 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 9,644 literate and 2,149 illiterate residents. Additionally, 2,741 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 7 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Thiruvilwamala are given below:
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 11,793 | 5,636 | 6,157 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 1,144 | 592 | 552 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 2,741 | 1,322 | 1,419 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 7 | 3 | 4 |
| Literate Population | 9,644 | 4,704 | 4,940 |
| Illiterate Population | 2,149 | 932 | 1,217 |
Nearby Villages of Thiruvilwamala
Thiruvilwamala 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Pampady | North | 2.74 km |
| Tarur-i | South-East | 4.14 km |
| Vadakkethara | South-West | 4.46 km |
| Kondazhy | West | 6.24 km |
| Tarur-ii | South-East | 7.67 km |
| Kavasseri-ii | South-East | 8.59 km |
| Mayannur | North-West | 8.62 km |
| Mannur | North | 9.14 km |
| Vennur | South-West | 9.81 km |
| Venganellur | West | 10.01 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Thiruvilwamala
Thiruvilwamala is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Lakkiti, while the nearest airport is Cochin International Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 47.6 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | Available within 2-5 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Ottappalam to Thiruvilwamala is about 10 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Thrissur to Thiruvilwamala is about 48 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.4 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Thiruvilwamala
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Thiruvilwamala 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 Thiruvilwamala
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Thiruvilwamala village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Thiruvilwamala
Where is Thiruvilwamala located?
Thiruvilwamala village is located in Talappilly Taluka, Thrissur district, Kerala, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Thiruvilwamala?
Thiruvilwamala is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Thiruvilwamala?
The pincode of Thiruvilwamala is 680588.
What is the population of Thiruvilwamala?
Thiruvilwamala has a total population of 11,793, including 5,636 males and 6,157 females.
How many households are there in Thiruvilwamala?
There are 2,929 households in Thiruvilwamala.
What is the literacy rate in Thiruvilwamala?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Thiruvilwamala is 81.78%. Male literacy is 83.46% and female literacy is 80.23%.