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.
Vadakkethara 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 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.
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Population of Vadakkethara
Below is a concise population overview of Vadakkethara 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 | 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 |
Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Vadakkethara village:
- The total population of Vadakkethara village is around 10,261, including approximately 4,963 males and 5,298 females, with a sex ratio of 1067 females per 1,000 males.
- There are about 1,057 children aged 0–6 years in Vadakkethara village, reflecting the young population in the village.
- Vadakkethara village has 1,987 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC) and 51 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
- The literacy rate of Vadakkethara village is about 80.10%, with male literacy at 82.21% and female literacy at 78.12%.
- There are around 2,489 households in Vadakkethara village.
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) |
|---|---|
| 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%.