Vellarakkad
Vellarakkad is a village located in Talappilly taluka of Thrissur district in Kerala, India. It is situated 14km away from sub-district headquarter Wadakkanchery (tehsildar office) and 27km away from district headquarter Thrissur. As per 2009 stats, Kadangode is the gram panchayat of Vellarakkad village.
Vellarakkad 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 Vellarakkad
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Vellarakkad is 627735. The village spans a total geographical area of 611 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 680584. Kunnamkulam is nearest town to Vellarakkad village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 6km away.
When it comes to local governance, Vellarakkad 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 Kunnamkulam 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 Vellarakkad
Below is a concise population overview of Vellarakkad 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 | 5,771 | 2,753 | 3,018 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 668 | 366 | 302 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 881 | 427 | 454 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 4 | 1 | 3 |
| Literate Population | 4,819 | 2,295 | 2,524 |
| Illiterate Population | 952 | 458 | 494 |
Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Vellarakkad village:
- The total population of Vellarakkad village is around 5,771, including approximately 2,753 males and 3,018 females, with a sex ratio of 1096 females per 1,000 males.
- There are about 668 children aged 0–6 years in Vellarakkad village, reflecting the young population in the village.
- Vellarakkad village has 881 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC) and 4 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
- The literacy rate of Vellarakkad village is about 83.50%, with male literacy at 83.36% and female literacy at 83.63%.
- There are around 1,310 households in Vellarakkad village.
Connectivity of Vellarakkad
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Vellarakkad. As per the 2011 stats, Vellarakkad had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within 5 - 10 km distance |
| Private Bus Service | Available within village |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Vellarakkad
Knowing the nearby villages of Vellarakkad helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Vellarakkad.
Frequently Asked Questions about Vellarakkad
- Where is Vellarakkad located?
- Vellarakkad village is situated in Talappilly Taluka, within the Thrissur district of Kerala, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Vellarakkad?
- The Gram Panchayat of Vellarakkad is Kadangode (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the pincode of Vellarakkad?
- The pincode of Vellarakkad is 680584, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Vellarakkad as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Vellarakkad is 5,771, with 2,753 males and 3,018 females.
- How many households are there in Vellarakkad as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Vellarakkad village has a total of 1,310 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Vellarakkad as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Vellarakkad is 83.50%. The male literacy rate is 83.36%, while the female literacy rate is 83.63%.