Cheeral - Sulthanbathery, Wayanad
Cheeral is a village situated in the Sulthanbathery taluka of Wayanad district, Kerala. It is located approximately 10 km from the tehsil headquarters in Sulthanbathery and around 35 km from the district headquarters in Kalpetta. Nenmeni serves as the Gram Panchayat for Cheeral village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Cheeral is 627320. The village covers a total geographical area of 2632 hectares and falls under the 673595 pincode. Kalpetta is the nearest town, located about 35 km away.
Cheeral village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Sulthanbathery Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Wayanad Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Cheeral
As per Census 2011, Cheeral village has a total population of 15,725 people, consisting of 7,667 males and 8,058 females. The village has 3,823 households and a sex ratio of 1,050 females per 1,000 males. There are 1,554 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 12,543 literate and 3,182 illiterate residents. Additionally, 284 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 2,509 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Cheeral are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 15,725 | 7,667 | 8,058 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 1,554 | 784 | 770 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 284 | 125 | 159 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 2,509 | 1,188 | 1,321 |
| Literate Population | 12,543 | 6,312 | 6,231 |
| Illiterate Population | 3,182 | 1,355 | 1,827 |
Nearby Villages of Cheeral
Cheeral 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Thomattuchal | West | 11.10 km |
| Ambalavayal | West | 11.15 km |
| Krishnagiri | North-West | 13.86 km |
| Muppainad | South-West | 14.38 km |
| Purakkadi | North-West | 17.57 km |
| Irulam | North-West | 18.03 km |
| Muttil South | West | 18.08 km |
| Vellarimala | South-West | 21.40 km |
| Poothadi | North-West | 22.11 km |
| Muttil North | West | 22.19 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Cheeral
Cheeral is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Nilambur Road, while the nearest airport is Calicut International Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 48.8 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 Cheeral is about 35 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Cheeral
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Cheeral 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 Cheeral
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Cheeral village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Cheeral
Where is Cheeral located?
Cheeral village is located in Sulthanbathery Taluka, Wayanad district, Kerala, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Cheeral?
The Gram Panchayat of Cheeral is Nenmeni.
What is the pincode of Cheeral?
The pincode of Cheeral is 673595.
What is the population of Cheeral?
Cheeral has a total population of 15,725, including 7,667 males and 8,058 females.
How many households are there in Cheeral?
There are 3,823 households in Cheeral.
What is the literacy rate in Cheeral?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Cheeral is 79.76%. Male literacy is 82.33% and female literacy is 77.33%.