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 Gram 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 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 Thirunelly
As per Census 2011, Thirunelly village has a total population of 12,878 people, consisting of 6,306 males and 6,572 females. The village has 2,989 households and a sex ratio of 1,042 females per 1,000 males. There are 1,676 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 8,399 literate and 4,479 illiterate residents. Additionally, 247 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 6,746 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Thirunelly are given below:
| 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 gram panchayat of Thirunelly?
Thirunelly is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Thirunelly?
The pincode of Thirunelly is 670646.
What is the population of Thirunelly?
Thirunelly has a total population of 12,878, including 6,306 males and 6,572 females.
How many households are there in Thirunelly?
There are 2,989 households in Thirunelly.
What is the literacy rate in Thirunelly?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Thirunelly is 65.22%. Male literacy is 70.16% and female literacy is 60.48%.