Vadakkethara Village - Talappilly, Thrissur
Vadakkethara is a village situated in the Talappilly taluka of Thrissur district, Kerala. It is located approximately 27 km from the tehsil headquarters in Wadakkanchery and around 50 km from the district headquarters in Thrissur. Pazhayannur serves as the Gram Panchayat for Vadakkethara village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Vadakkethara is 627726. The village covers a total geographical area of 935 hectares and falls under the 680588 pincode. Ottappalam is the nearest town, located about 17 km away.
Vadakkethara 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 Vadakkethara
As per Census 2011, Vadakkethara village has a total population of 10,261 people, consisting of 4,963 males and 5,298 females. The village has 2,489 households and a sex ratio of 1,067 females per 1,000 males. There are 1,057 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 8,219 literate and 2,042 illiterate residents. Additionally, 1,987 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 51 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Vadakkethara are given below:
| 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 |
Nearby Villages of Vadakkethara
Vadakkethara 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Kondazhy | North-West | 3.95 km |
| Thiruvilwamala | North-East | 4.46 km |
| Tarur-i | East | 5.34 km |
| Vennur | South | 5.68 km |
| Pampady | North-East | 6.74 km |
| Venganellur | West | 7.24 km |
| Chelakkara (ct) | West | 7.75 km |
| Mayannur | North-West | 8.16 km |
| Elanad | South | 8.17 km |
| Kavasseri-ii | South-East | 8.43 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Vadakkethara
Vadakkethara 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 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 Ottappalam to Vadakkethara is about 17 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Thrissur to Vadakkethara is about 50 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 Vadakkethara
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Vadakkethara 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 Vadakkethara
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Vadakkethara village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | Yes | Available within village |
FAQs about Vadakkethara
Where is Vadakkethara located?
Vadakkethara village is located in Talappilly Taluka, Thrissur district, Kerala, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Vadakkethara?
The Gram Panchayat of Vadakkethara is Pazhayannur.
What is the pincode of Vadakkethara?
The pincode of Vadakkethara is 680588.
What is the population of Vadakkethara?
Vadakkethara has a total population of 10,261, including 4,963 males and 5,298 females.
How many households are there in Vadakkethara?
There are 2,489 households in Vadakkethara.
What is the literacy rate in Vadakkethara?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Vadakkethara is 80.10%. Male literacy is 82.21% and female literacy is 78.12%.