Thonnurkara Village - Talappilly, Thrissur
Thonnurkara is a village situated in the Talappilly taluka of Thrissur district, Kerala. It is located approximately 15 km from the tehsil headquarters in Wadakkanchery and around 34 km from the district headquarters in Thrissur. Chelakkara serves as the Gram Panchayat for Thonnurkara village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Thonnurkara is 627750. The village covers a total geographical area of 780 hectares and falls under the 680586 pincode. Shoranur is the nearest town, located about 14 km away.
Thonnurkara 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 Thonnurkara
As per Census 2011, Thonnurkara village has a total population of 6,799 people, consisting of 3,214 males and 3,585 females. The village has 1,613 households and a sex ratio of 1,115 females per 1,000 males. There are 727 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 5,519 literate and 1,280 illiterate residents. Additionally, 1,178 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 4 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Thonnurkara are given below:
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 6,799 | 3,214 | 3,585 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 727 | 351 | 376 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 1,178 | 573 | 605 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 4 | 2 | 2 |
| Literate Population | 5,519 | 2,702 | 2,817 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,280 | 512 | 768 |
Nearby Villages of Thonnurkara
Thonnurkara 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Kurumala | South-East | 2.37 km |
| Chelakkara (ct) | East | 3.14 km |
| Killimangalam | North | 3.48 km |
| Panjal | North-West | 4.33 km |
| Venganellur | North-East | 5.27 km |
| Viruppakka | South-West | 5.89 km |
| Painkulam | North | 5.92 km |
| Mullurkara | West | 6.38 km |
| Enkakkad (ct) | South-West | 6.75 km |
| Manalithara | South | 7.15 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Thonnurkara
Thonnurkara is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Mullurkara, while the nearest airport is Cochin International Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 45.2 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 Thonnurkara is about 14 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Thrissur to Thonnurkara is about 34 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 Thonnurkara
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Thonnurkara village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Thonnurkara
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Thonnurkara village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within <1 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within <1 km |
FAQs about Thonnurkara
Where is Thonnurkara located?
Thonnurkara village is located in Talappilly Taluka, Thrissur district, Kerala, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Thonnurkara?
The Gram Panchayat of Thonnurkara is Chelakkara.
What is the pincode of Thonnurkara?
The pincode of Thonnurkara is 680586.
What is the population of Thonnurkara?
Thonnurkara has a total population of 6,799, including 3,214 males and 3,585 females.
How many households are there in Thonnurkara?
There are 1,613 households in Thonnurkara.
What is the literacy rate in Thonnurkara?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Thonnurkara is 81.17%. Male literacy is 84.07% and female literacy is 78.58%.