Vadakkethara
Vadakkethara is a village located in Talappilly taluka of Thrissur district in Kerala, India. It is situated 27km away from sub-district headquarter Wadakkanchery (tehsildar office) and 50km away from district headquarter Thrissur. As per 2009 stats, Pazhayannur is the gram panchayat of Vadakkethara village.
Here you can discover what makes Vadakkethara unique in its vibrant Talappilly-Thrissur region. You’ll see Vadakkethara’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 Vadakkethara
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Vadakkethara is 627726. The village spans a total geographical area of 935 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 680587. Ottappalam is nearest town to Vadakkethara village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 17km away.
When it comes to local governance, Vadakkethara 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 Chelakkara 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 Vadakkethara
Population of Vadakkethara
According to the 2011 Census, Vadakkethara has a total population of about 10,261, with approximately 4,963 males and 5,298 females. The sex ratio is around 1067 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 1,057 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 1,987 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 51. The overall literacy rate is approximately 80.10%, with male literacy at about 82.21% and female literacy near 78.12%. There are around 2,489 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Vadakkethara's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
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Total Population | 10,261 | 4,963 | 5,298 |
Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 1,057 | 570 | 487 |
Scheduled Castes (SC) | 1,987 | 964 | 1,023 |
Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 51 | 26 | 25 |
Literate Population | 8,219 | 4,080 | 4,139 |
Illiterate Population | 2,042 | 883 | 1,159 |
Connectivity of Vadakkethara
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Vadakkethara. As per the 2011 stats, Vadakkethara had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
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Public Bus Service | Available within village |
Private Bus Service | Available within village |
Railway Station | Available within 5 - 10 km distance |
Nearby Villages of Vadakkethara
Knowing the nearby villages of Vadakkethara helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Vadakkethara.
Frequently Asked Questions about Vadakkethara
- Where is Vadakkethara located?
- Vadakkethara village is situated in Talappilly Taluka, within the Thrissur district of Kerala, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Vadakkethara?
- The Gram Panchayat of Vadakkethara is Pazhayannur (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the pincode of Vadakkethara?
- The pincode of Vadakkethara is 680587, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Vadakkethara as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Vadakkethara is 10,261, with 4,963 males and 5,298 females.
- How many households are there in Vadakkethara as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Vadakkethara village has a total of 2,489 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Vadakkethara as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Vadakkethara is 80.10%. The male literacy rate is 82.21%, while the female literacy rate is 78.12%.