Varavoor - Talappilly, Thrissur
Varavoor is a village situated in the Talappilly taluka of Thrissur district, Kerala. It is located approximately 10 km from the tehsil headquarters in Wadakkanchery and around 32 km from the district headquarters in Thrissur. Varavoor village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Varavoor is 627721. The village covers a total geographical area of 1145 hectares and falls under the 680585 pincode. Kunnamkulam is the nearest town, located about 22 km away.
Varavoor 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 Varavoor
As per Census 2011, Varavoor village has a total population of 8,944 people, consisting of 4,278 males and 4,666 females. The village has 2,097 households and a sex ratio of 1,090 females per 1,000 males. There are 988 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 7,187 literate and 1,757 illiterate residents. Additionally, 1,582 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 4 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Varavoor are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 8,944 | 4,278 | 4,666 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 988 | 500 | 488 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 1,582 | 786 | 796 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 4 | 3 | 1 |
| Literate Population | 7,187 | 3,533 | 3,654 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,757 | 745 | 1,012 |
Nearby Villages of Varavoor
Varavoor 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Pilakkad | West | 2.67 km |
| Thalassery | North-West | 3.04 km |
| Nedumpura (ct) | East | 4.07 km |
| Chittanda (ct) | South | 4.33 km |
| Arangottukara | North-West | 4.33 km |
| Mullurkara | South-East | 4.42 km |
| Thichur | West | 4.75 km |
| Pallur | North | 5.51 km |
| Wadakkanchery (ct) | South | 7.28 km |
| Ongallur -ii (ct) | North | 7.49 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Varavoor
Varavoor 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 Calicut International Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 41.5 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 Kunnamkulam to Varavoor is about 22 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Thrissur to Varavoor is about 32 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 Varavoor
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Varavoor 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 Varavoor
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Varavoor village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Varavoor
Where is Varavoor located?
Varavoor village is located in Talappilly Taluka, Thrissur district, Kerala, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Varavoor?
Varavoor is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Varavoor?
The pincode of Varavoor is 680585.
What is the population of Varavoor?
Varavoor has a total population of 8,944, including 4,278 males and 4,666 females.
How many households are there in Varavoor?
There are 2,097 households in Varavoor.
What is the literacy rate in Varavoor?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Varavoor is 80.36%. Male literacy is 82.59% and female literacy is 78.31%.