Venganellur - Talappilly, Thrissur
Venganellur 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. Chelakkara serves as the GRAMA PANCHAYAT for Venganellur village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Venganellur is 627729. The village covers a total geographical area of 2053 hectares and falls under the 680586 pincode. Thrissur is the nearest town, located about 32 km away.
Venganellur village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a President 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 Venganellur
According to the 2011 Census, Venganellur village had a total population of 10,664 people, including 5,047 males and 5,617 females, living in 2,596 households. The sex ratio was 1,113 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 92.30%, with male literacy at 95.31% and female literacy at 89.63%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 1,851, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 5.
The table below presents a detailed demographic breakdown of the village, including separate male and female figures for each population category.
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 10,664 | 5,047 | 5,617 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 1,114 | 549 | 565 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 1,851 | 877 | 974 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 5 | 4 | 1 |
| Literate Population | 8,815 | 4,287 | 4,528 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,849 | 760 | 1,089 |
Nearby Villages of Venganellur
Venganellur 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Chelakkara (ct) | South | 3.38 km |
| Killimangalam | West | 3.57 km |
| Kondazhy | East | 3.78 km |
| Painkulam | North-West | 4.54 km |
| Mayannur | North-East | 4.75 km |
| Thonnurkara | South-West | 5.27 km |
| Vaniyamkulam- Ii (ct) | North | 5.49 km |
| Kurumala | South-West | 5.52 km |
| Panjal | West | 6.32 km |
| Vadakkethara | East | 7.24 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Venganellur
Venganellur is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Mannanur, while the nearest airport is Cochin International Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 47.3 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| 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 Thrissur to Venganellur is about 32 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Venganellur
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Venganellur 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 Venganellur
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Venganellur village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Venganellur
Where is Venganellur located?
Venganellur village is located in Talappilly Taluka, Thrissur district, Kerala, India.
What is the GRAMA PANCHAYAT of Venganellur?
The GRAMA PANCHAYAT of Venganellur is Chelakkara.
What is the pincode of Venganellur?
The pincode of Venganellur is 680586.
What is the population of Venganellur?
Venganellur had a total population of 10,664, including 5,047 males and 5,617 females.
How many households are there in Venganellur?
Venganellur had 2,596 households.
What is the literacy rate in Venganellur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Venganellur was 92.30%. Male literacy was 95.31% and female literacy was 89.63%.