Cherukottur - Mananthavady, Wayanad
Cherukottur is a village situated in the Mananthavady taluka of Wayanad district, Kerala. It is located approximately 14 km from the tehsil headquarters in Mananthavady and around 18 km from the district headquarters in Kalpetta. Panamaram serves as the Gram Panchayat for Cherukottur village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Cherukottur is 627303. The village covers a total geographical area of 1810 hectares and falls under the 670721 pincode. Kalpetta is the nearest town, located about 24 km away.
Cherukottur village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Mananthavady Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Wayanad Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Cherukottur
As per Census 2011, Cherukottur village has a total population of 11,462 people, consisting of 5,724 males and 5,738 females. The village has 2,540 households and a sex ratio of 1,002 females per 1,000 males. There are 1,314 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 8,951 literate and 2,511 illiterate residents. Additionally, 108 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 2,397 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Cherukottur are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 11,462 | 5,724 | 5,738 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 1,314 | 638 | 676 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 108 | 57 | 51 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 2,397 | 1,156 | 1,241 |
| Literate Population | 8,951 | 4,708 | 4,243 |
| Illiterate Population | 2,511 | 1,016 | 1,495 |
Nearby Villages of Cherukottur
Cherukottur is surrounded by several nearby villages in its surroundings. These villages are part of the local area and are commonly connected through local routes and daily movement of people.
Transport and Connectivity of Cherukottur
Cherukottur is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Kalpetta to Cherukottur is about 24 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Kalpetta to Cherukottur is about 18 km, with the usual travel time around 30-60 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Cherukottur
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Cherukottur village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Cherukottur
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Cherukottur village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Cherukottur
Where is Cherukottur located?
Cherukottur village is located in Mananthavady Taluka, Wayanad district, Kerala, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Cherukottur?
The Gram Panchayat of Cherukottur is Panamaram.
What is the pincode of Cherukottur?
The pincode of Cherukottur is 670721.
What is the population of Cherukottur?
Cherukottur has a total population of 11,462, including 5,724 males and 5,738 females.
How many households are there in Cherukottur?
There are 2,540 households in Cherukottur.
What is the literacy rate in Cherukottur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Cherukottur is 78.09%. Male literacy is 82.25% and female literacy is 73.95%.