Purakkadi
About Purakkadi
According to Census 2011 information the location code or village code of Purakkadi village is 627315. Purakkadi village is located in Sulthanbathery taluka of Wayanad district in Kerala, India. It is situated 13km away from sub-district headquarter Sulthanbathery (tehsildar office) and 13km away from district headquarter Kalpetta. As per 2009 stats, Meenangadi is the gram panchayat of Purakkadi village.
The total geographical area of village is 3198 hectares. Purakkadi has a total population of 21,022 peoples, out of which male population is 10,388 while female population is 10,634. This results in a sex ratio of approximately 1023 females for every 1,000 males. Literacy rate of purakkadi village is 80.43% out of which 83.24% males and 77.68% females are literate. There are about 5,102 houses in purakkadi village. Pincode of purakkadi village locality is 673591.
Kalpetta is nearest town to purakkadi village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 13km away.
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Population of Purakkadi
The population details of Purakkadi cover important figures like total population, male and female population, children aged 0–6 years, and the number of literate and illiterate people. It also shows how many residents belong to Scheduled Castes and Scheduled Tribes. These details help in understanding the village structure, education level, and community groups.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 21,022 | 10,388 | 10,634 |
| Child Population (Age 0–6) | 2,226 | 1,102 | 1,124 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) Population | 422 | 219 | 203 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) Population | 4,882 | 2,423 | 2,459 |
| Literate Population | 16,907 | 8,647 | 8,260 |
| Illiterate Population | 4,115 | 1,741 | 2,374 |
Connectivity of Purakkadi
| 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 |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Purakkadi
Where is Purakkadi located?
Purakkadi village is situated in Sulthanbathery Taluka, within the Wayanad district of Kerala, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Purakkadi?
The Gram Panchayat of Purakkadi is Meenangadi (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
What is the pincode of Purakkadi?
The pincode of Purakkadi is 673591, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
What is the population of Purakkadi as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Purakkadi is 21,022, with 10,388 males and 10,634 females.
How many households are there in Purakkadi as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Purakkadi village has a total of 5,102 households.
What is the literacy rate in Purakkadi as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Purakkadi is 80.43%. The male literacy rate is 83.24%, while the female literacy rate is 77.68%.