Nalloornad - Mananthavady, Wayanad
Nalloornad is a village situated in the Mananthavady taluka of Wayanad district, Kerala. It is located approximately 6 km from the tehsil headquarters in Mananthavady and around 32 km from the district headquarters in Kalpetta. Edavaka serves as the Gram Panchayat for Nalloornad village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Nalloornad is 627302. The village covers a total geographical area of 2216 hectares and falls under the 670645 pincode. Kalpetta is the nearest town, located about 30 km away.
Nalloornad 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 Nalloornad
As per Census 2011, Nalloornad village has a total population of 16,928 people, consisting of 8,557 males and 8,371 females. The village has 3,812 households and a sex ratio of 978 females per 1,000 males. There are 1,891 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 13,827 literate and 3,101 illiterate residents. Additionally, 176 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 3,113 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Nalloornad are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 16,928 | 8,557 | 8,371 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 1,891 | 998 | 893 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 176 | 108 | 68 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 3,113 | 1,679 | 1,434 |
| Literate Population | 13,827 | 7,140 | 6,687 |
| Illiterate Population | 3,101 | 1,417 | 1,684 |
Nearby Villages of Nalloornad
Nalloornad 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 Nalloornad
Nalloornad 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 Nalloornad is about 30 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Kalpetta to Nalloornad 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 Nalloornad
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Nalloornad village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | Yes | Available within village |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Nalloornad
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Nalloornad 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 2-5 km |
FAQs about Nalloornad
Where is Nalloornad located?
Nalloornad village is located in Mananthavady Taluka, Wayanad district, Kerala, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Nalloornad?
The Gram Panchayat of Nalloornad is Edavaka.
What is the pincode of Nalloornad?
The pincode of Nalloornad is 670645.
What is the population of Nalloornad?
Nalloornad has a total population of 16,928, including 8,557 males and 8,371 females.
How many households are there in Nalloornad?
There are 3,812 households in Nalloornad.
What is the literacy rate in Nalloornad?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Nalloornad is 81.68%. Male literacy is 83.44% and female literacy is 79.88%.