Mananthavady
Mananthavady is a Town and Taluka in Wayanad District of Kerala. In India, a taluka is a sub-division of a district that is responsible for the administration and revenue collection of a particular area within the district. It is an important part of the local governance structure, and plays a crucial role in the development and administration of its local community.
According to Census 2011, the sub-district code of Mananthavady Block (CD) is 05635. The total area of Mananthavady Taluka is 740 km². Mananthavady has a sex ratio of approximately 1023 females per 1,000 males.
List of Villages in Mananthavady Taluka
Mananthavady Taluka has a total of 16 villages, each with its own identity, gram panchayat, and local lifestyle. These villages form the real backbone of the region, where everyday life is rooted in agriculture, tradition, and community ties. The list below shows all villages in Mananthavady Taluka, along with their respective gram panchayat and nearest town.
| # | Village Name | Gram Panchayat | Nearest Town |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Anchukunnu | Panamaram | Kalpetta (26 km) |
| 2 | Cherukottur | Panamaram | Kalpetta (24 km) |
| 3 | Edavaka | Edavaka | Kalpetta (52 km) |
| 4 | Kanjirangad | Thondernad | Kalpetta (40 km) |
| 5 | Mananthavady | N/A | Kalpetta (34 km) |
| 6 | Nalloornad | Edavaka | Kalpetta (30 km) |
| 7 | Panamaram | Panamaram | Kalpetta (18 km) |
| 8 | Payyampally | N/A | Kalpetta (27 km) |
| 9 | Periya | Thavinhal | Koothuparamba (47 km) |
| 10 | Porunnanore | Vellamunda | Kalpetta (30 km) |
| 11 | Thavinhal | Thavinhal | Kalpetta (44 km) |
| 12 | Thirunelly | Thirunelly | Kalpetta (56 km) |
| 13 | Thondernad | Thondernad | Kalpetta (48 km) |
| 14 | Thrissilery | Thirunelly | Kalpetta (42 km) |
| 15 | Valat | Thavinhal | Kalpetta (52 km) |
| 16 | Vellamunda | Vellamunda | Kalpetta (34 km) |
Population of Mananthavady Taluka
The population profile of Mananthavady Taluka offers a deeper understanding of how people are settled across its rural and urban parts. The following sections provide key insights into total population, household distribution, literacy, and age demographics — data that plays a vital role in planning development work and allocating public resources effectively.
Basic Population Details
This section offers a snapshot of Mananthavady Taluka's population composition, including male-female ratio, child population, and how literacy levels vary between villages and towns.
| Particulars | Total | Rural | Urban |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,58,140 | 2,58,140 | N/A |
| Male Population | 1,27,543 | 1,27,543 | N/A |
| Female Population | 1,30,597 | 1,30,597 | N/A |
| Child Population (Age 0–6) | 30,095 | 30,095 | N/A |
| Male Child Population (Age 0–6) | 15,395 | 15,395 | N/A |
| Female Child Population (Age 0–6) | 14,700 | 14,700 | N/A |
| Literate Population | 2,01,957 | 2,01,957 | N/A |
| Literate Male Population | 1,03,544 | 1,03,544 | N/A |
| Literate Female Population | 98,413 | 98,413 | N/A |
| Illiterate Population | 56,183 | 56,183 | N/A |
| Illiterate Male Population | 23,999 | 23,999 | N/A |
| Illiterate Female Population | 32,184 | 32,184 | N/A |
| Total Households | 58,911 | 58,911 | N/A |
Here’s a simplified summary based on Census 2011 stats:
- Total population is approximately 2,58,140 people. Includes nearly 1,27,543 males and 1,30,597 females. Rural population is about 2,58,140 people.
- There are around 30,095 children aged 0 to 6 years. This includes approximately 15,395 boys and 14,700 girls.
- Literate population is about 2,01,957 people. Non-literate population is around 56,183 people.
- There are nearly 58,911 households.
Social Structure and Density
This section offers a snapshot of social structure in Mananthavady Taluka, highlighting the SC and ST population across rural and urban areas, as well as how densely people live in different parts of the region.
| Particulars | Total | Rural | Urban |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total SC Population | 6,397 | 6,397 | N/A |
| SC Male Population | 3,248 | 3,248 | N/A |
| SC Female Population | 3,149 | 3,149 | N/A |
| Total ST Population | 55,751 | 55,751 | N/A |
| ST Male Population | 27,605 | 27,605 | N/A |
| ST Female Population | 28,146 | 28,146 | N/A |
| Population Density | 349 / km² | 349 / km² | N/A |
Here’s a simplified summary based on Census 2011 stats:
- Scheduled Caste (SC) population in Mananthavady Taluka is approximately 6,397 people, including 3,248 males and 3,149 females. Around 6,397 people live in rural parts.
- Scheduled Tribe (ST) population in Mananthavady Taluka is about 55,751 people, including 27,605 males and 28,146 females. Around 55,751 live in villages or rural parts.
- In terms of density, overall population density is around 349 people per square kilometre, rural areas have about 349 people per sq. km.