Thavinhal - Mananthavady, Wayanad
Thavinhal is a village situated in the Mananthavady taluka of Wayanad district, Kerala. It is located approximately 9 km from the tehsil headquarters in Mananthavady and around 43 km from the district headquarters in Kalpetta. Thavinhal village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Thavinhal is 627297. The village covers a total geographical area of 5239 hectares and falls under the 670645 pincode. Kalpetta is the nearest town, located about 44 km away.
Thavinhal 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 Thavinhal
As per Census 2011, Thavinhal village has a total population of 17,840 people, consisting of 8,761 males and 9,079 females. The village has 4,209 households and a sex ratio of 1,036 females per 1,000 males. There are 1,972 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 14,333 literate and 3,507 illiterate residents. Additionally, 1,136 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 2,875 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Thavinhal are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 17,840 | 8,761 | 9,079 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 1,972 | 1,003 | 969 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 1,136 | 583 | 553 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 2,875 | 1,462 | 1,413 |
| Literate Population | 14,333 | 7,239 | 7,094 |
| Illiterate Population | 3,507 | 1,522 | 1,985 |
Nearby Villages of Thavinhal
Thavinhal 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Edavaka | South | 8.13 km |
| Periya | West | 10.03 km |
| Kanjirangad | South-West | 10.85 km |
| Manchalli & Forest | North-East | 13.56 km |
| Vellamunda | South | 14.29 km |
| Kelakam | North-West | 14.32 km |
| Kurchi | North | 14.60 km |
| Thondernad | South-West | 15.04 km |
| Theralu | North | 16.44 km |
| Anchukunnu | South-East | 16.95 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Thavinhal
Thavinhal is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Nadapuram Road, while the nearest airport is Kannur International Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 33.6 km.
| 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 Thavinhal is about 44 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.3 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Kalpetta to Thavinhal is about 43 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.2 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Thavinhal
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Thavinhal 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 Thavinhal
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Thavinhal village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Thavinhal
Where is Thavinhal located?
Thavinhal village is located in Mananthavady Taluka, Wayanad district, Kerala, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Thavinhal?
Thavinhal is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Thavinhal?
The pincode of Thavinhal is 670645.
What is the population of Thavinhal?
Thavinhal has a total population of 17,840, including 8,761 males and 9,079 females.
How many households are there in Thavinhal?
There are 4,209 households in Thavinhal.
What is the literacy rate in Thavinhal?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Thavinhal is 80.34%. Male literacy is 82.63% and female literacy is 78.14%.