Valat

Valat is a village located in Mananthavady taluka of Wayanad district in Kerala, India. It is situated 20km away from sub-district headquarter Mananthavady (tehsildar office) and 52km away from district headquarter Kalpetta. As per 2009 stats, Thavinhal is the gram panchayat of Valat village.

Valat has its own place in the vibrant Wayanad region. In the following sections, you’ll find details about population, literacy, households, children, caste data, area, pincode, local governance, nearby villages, connectivity, and more.

About Valat

According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Valat is 627300. The village spans a total geographical area of 2721 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 670644. Kalpetta is nearest town to Valat village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 52km away.

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Population of Valat

Below is a concise population overview of Valat as per the Census 2011 data. The table highlights the key population metrics categorized by gender and social groups.

ParticularsTotalMaleFemale
Total Population 10,799 5,350 5,449
Child Population (0–6 yrs) 1,212 600 612
Scheduled Castes (SC) 62 28 34
Scheduled Tribes (ST) 2,191 1,105 1,086
Literate Population 8,821 4,508 4,313
Illiterate Population 1,978 842 1,136

Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Valat village:

  • The total population of Valat village is around 10,799, including approximately 5,350 males and 5,449 females, with a sex ratio of 1018 females per 1,000 males.
  • There are about 1,212 children aged 0–6 years in Valat village, reflecting the young population in the village.
  • Valat village has 62 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC) and 2,191 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
  • The literacy rate of Valat village is about 81.68%, with male literacy at 84.26% and female literacy at 79.15%.
  • There are around 2,477 households in Valat village.

Connectivity of Valat

Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Valat. As per the 2011 stats, Valat had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.

Connectivity Type Status (in year 2011)
Public Bus Service Available within village
Private Bus Service Available within village
Railway Station Available within 10+ km distance

Nearby Villages of Valat

Knowing the nearby villages of Valat helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Valat.

Payyampally Mananthavady Thavinhal Periya Thondernad Edavaka Nalloornad Cherukottur Panamaram Anchukunnu Porunnanore

Frequently Asked Questions about Valat

Where is Valat located?
Valat village is situated in Mananthavady Taluka, within the Wayanad district of Kerala, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Valat?
The Gram Panchayat of Valat is Thavinhal (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
What is the pincode of Valat?
The pincode of Valat is 670644, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
What is the population of Valat as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Valat is 10,799, with 5,350 males and 5,449 females.
How many households are there in Valat as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Valat village has a total of 2,477 households.
What is the literacy rate in Valat as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Valat is 81.68%. The male literacy rate is 84.26%, while the female literacy rate is 79.15%.