Thirunelly - Mananthavady, Wayanad
Thirunelly is a village situated in the Mananthavady taluka of Wayanad district, Kerala. It is located approximately 27 km from the tehsil headquarters in Mananthavady and around 57 km from the district headquarters in Kalpetta. Thirunelly village is a designated GRAMA PANCHAYAT.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Thirunelly is 627293. The village covers a total geographical area of 14861 hectares and falls under the 670646 pincode. Kalpetta is the nearest town, located about 56 km away.
Thirunelly village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a President 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 Thirunelly
According to the 2011 Census, Thirunelly village had a total population of 12,878 people, including 6,306 males and 6,572 females, living in 2,989 households. The sex ratio was 1,042 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 74.98%, with male literacy at 81.16% and female literacy at 69.12%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 247, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 6,746.
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 | 12,878 | 6,306 | 6,572 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 1,676 | 855 | 821 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 247 | 128 | 119 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 6,746 | 3,315 | 3,431 |
| Literate Population | 8,399 | 4,424 | 3,975 |
| Illiterate Population | 4,479 | 1,882 | 2,597 |
Nearby Villages of Thirunelly
Thirunelly 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 Thirunelly
Thirunelly 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 Thirunelly is about 56 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.6 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Kalpetta to Thirunelly is about 57 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.6 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Thirunelly
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Thirunelly 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 Thirunelly
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Thirunelly 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) | Yes | Available within village |
FAQs about Thirunelly
Where is Thirunelly located?
Thirunelly village is located in Mananthavady Taluka, Wayanad district, Kerala, India.
What is the GRAMA PANCHAYAT of Thirunelly?
Thirunelly is its own GRAMA PANCHAYAT.
What is the pincode of Thirunelly?
The pincode of Thirunelly is 670646.
What is the population of Thirunelly?
Thirunelly had a total population of 12,878, including 6,306 males and 6,572 females.
How many households are there in Thirunelly?
Thirunelly had 2,989 households.
What is the literacy rate in Thirunelly?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Thirunelly was 74.98%. Male literacy was 81.16% and female literacy was 69.12%.