Padinharethara
Padinharethara is a village located in Vythiri taluka of Wayanad district in Kerala, India. It is situated 10km away from Kalpetta, which is both district & sub-district headquarter of Padinharethara village. As per 2009 stats, Padinharethara village is also a gram panchayat.
Here you can discover what makes Padinharethara unique in its vibrant Vythiri-Wayanad region. You’ll see Padinharethara’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 Padinharethara
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Padinharethara is 627324. The village spans a total geographical area of 3944 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 673575. Kalpetta is nearest town to Padinharethara village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 18km away.
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Population of Padinharethara
According to the 2011 Census, Padinharethara has a total population of about 16,146, with approximately 7,796 males and 8,350 females. The sex ratio is around 1071 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 1,983 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 1,116 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 1,884. The overall literacy rate is approximately 77.72%, with male literacy at about 80.91% and female literacy near 74.74%. There are around 3,645 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Padinharethara's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 16,146 | 7,796 | 8,350 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 1,983 | 1,015 | 968 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 1,116 | 554 | 562 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1,884 | 935 | 949 |
| Literate Population | 12,549 | 6,308 | 6,241 |
| Illiterate Population | 3,597 | 1,488 | 2,109 |
Connectivity of Padinharethara
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Padinharethara. As per the 2011 stats, Padinharethara 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 Padinharethara
Knowing the nearby villages of Padinharethara helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Padinharethara.
Frequently Asked Questions about Padinharethara
- Where is Padinharethara located?
- Padinharethara village is situated in Vythiri Taluka, within the Wayanad district of Kerala, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Padinharethara?
- Padinharethara serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
- What is the pincode of Padinharethara?
- The pincode of Padinharethara is 673575, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Padinharethara as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Padinharethara is 16,146, with 7,796 males and 8,350 females.
- How many households are there in Padinharethara as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Padinharethara village has a total of 3,645 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Padinharethara as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Padinharethara is 77.72%. The male literacy rate is 80.91%, while the female literacy rate is 74.74%.