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.
Here you can discover what makes Valat unique in its vibrant Mananthavady-Wayanad region. You’ll see Valat’s rich profile with demographics like population, households, literacy, sex ratio, kids, castes etc., geographical details like satellite map, area, pincode, plus local governance through gram panchayat, broader constituencies, nearby villages, connectivity, and answers to common questions.
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.
Google Map of Valat
Population of Valat
According to the 2011 Census, Valat has a total population of about 10,799, with approximately 5,350 males and 5,449 females. The sex ratio is around 1018 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 1,212 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 62 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 2,191. The overall literacy rate is approximately 81.68%, with male literacy at about 84.26% and female literacy near 79.15%. There are around 2,477 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Valat's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| 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 |
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.
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%.