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Village code 627259
Kanichar Village, Thalassery Taluk: Map, PIN Code and Population
Kanichar is a village in Thalassery Taluk, also recorded as a Census sub-district, Kannur district, Kerala. This page gives the village map, PIN code, population, village code, gram panchayat, public facilities, roads, water, power, land use and nearby village links in one place.
Data last reviewed: 28 April 2026. Data is mainly based on Census 2011 and public village directory records. Current names, boundaries and facilities may have changed.
Village Overview
Kanichar is a village in Thalassery Taluk, also recorded as a Census sub-district, Kannur district, Kerala. For Kanichar, the population is 15,789, PIN code is 670674 and Census village code is 627259. Use this page to understand the basic location, Census village data, public services and nearby villages before checking official records.
Source year
Census 2011 for population and village code, with public village directory data for facilities
Important note
Map and data are for general information. Verify legal and land records from official sources.
Google Map of Kanichar Village
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Quick Facts
| Village code | 627259 |
|---|---|
| PIN code | 670674 |
| Population | 15,789 |
| Households | 3,838 |
| Area | 5,196 ha / 51.96 sq. km / 12,840 acres |
| Population density | 304 people per sq. km |
| Sex ratio | 1030 females per 1,000 males |
| Nearest town | Koothuparamba (35 km) |
| Current state | Kerala |
| Census 2011 state | Kerala |
| Current district | Kannur |
| Census 2011 district | Kannur |
Postal and PIN Code Details
The table below shows post office records linked with PIN code 670674. This helps users verify the postal area for Kanichar, but it does not prove that every listed post office is located inside the village.
| PIN code | 670674 |
|---|---|
| Post offices linked with this PIN | Kanichar BO, Kelakam SO, Atakkathode BO, Chettiamparamba BO, Malayampadi BO, and Manathana BO |
| Best matching post office | Kanichar BO (Branch office) |
| Delivery office records | 8 |
| Postal district | Kannur |
| Postal state | Kerala |
| Postal division | Thalassery Division |
| Postal circle | Kerala Circle |
| Source | India Post Postal Index Number code reference data |
Location and Administration
Kanichar comes under Kelakam,Kanichar gram panchayat and Peravoor C.D. Block. Its local administrative unit is Thalassery Taluk, also recorded as a Census sub-district. The taluk headquarters is Thalassery at 48 km. The Census district headquarters, Kannur, is 70 km away.
| Current state | Kerala |
|---|---|
| Census 2011 state | Kerala |
| Current district | Kannur |
| Census 2011 district | Kannur |
| State code | 32 |
| District code | 589 |
| Taluk / Census sub-district code | 5634 |
| Gram panchayat code | 07,08 |
| C.D. Block code | 11 |
| Block panchayat code | 11 |
Population Profile
The population details below are from Census 2011 village records. They help you understand the size of Kanichar village and its household count.
Total population
15,789 residents in 3,838 households
Male population
7,778
Female population
8,011
SC/ST population
Scheduled Castes: 244; Scheduled Tribes: 1,835
SC male/female split
Male: Not reported; Female: Not reported
ST male/female split
Male: Not reported; Female: Not reported
Schools and Education
This section shows school facilities reported in the public village directory. School counts follow Census village directory rules. A composite school may be counted under more than one level, such as primary, middle and secondary. If a school count is not reported, confirm the latest local school details before admission or travel.
Government pre-primary school
Not available in village
Private pre-primary school
Available; count: 1
Government primary school
Not available in village
Private primary school
Available; count: 2
Middle school
Available; government count: 1
Secondary school
Not available in village
Senior secondary school
Not available in village
Vocational / ITI training
Not available in village
Arts and science degree college
Not available in village
Health Facilities
Health facilities are Census-reported facilities such as CHC, PHC, sub-centre, dispensary, mobile health clinic, ASHA worker and medicine shop. They are not real-time service guarantees. Health records can change over time, so use this list as a starting point and confirm the latest service availability locally.
| Primary health centre | 1 |
|---|---|
| Primary health sub-centre | 3 |
| ASHA worker | Available |
| Veterinary hospital | 1 |
| Medicine shop | 1 |
Connectivity and Public Services
An all-weather road means the village approach was reported as usable in fair and foul weather. Pucca, kuchha, WBM and footpath are separate Census road categories. Mobile coverage means the village was treated as having access when mobile service was available to at least some residents under Census reporting practice. These details also show bus, railway, banking, post office and public service availability reported for the village.
| Public bus service | Available |
|---|---|
| Private bus service | Available |
| Railway station | Not available in village |
| National highway | Not available in village |
| State highway | Not available in village |
| Major district road | Available |
| Black topped road | Available |
| All-weather road | Available |
| Post office | Available |
| Village PIN code facility | Available |
| Mobile phone coverage | Available |
| CSC / internet cafe | Available |
| ATM | Not available in village |
| Commercial bank | Available |
| Cooperative bank | Available |
| Agricultural credit society | Available |
| PDS shop | Available |
| Mandi / regular market | Available |
| Weekly haat | Not available in village |
| Self-help group | Available |
| Anganwadi centre | Available |
| Assembly polling station | Available |
| Birth and death registration office | Available |
| Daily newspaper supply | Available |
| Sports field | Not available in village |
| Public library | Available |
| Public reading room | Available |
Water, Sanitation and Power
Drinking water sources are Census categories such as treated tap water, untreated tap water, covered or uncovered well, hand pump, tube well, spring, river, canal, tank, pond or lake. Power availability means electricity was reported as available for the stated use. It does not mean uninterrupted electricity or current connection status.
| Treated tap water | Not available in village |
|---|---|
| Untreated tap water | Available |
| Hand pump | Available |
| Tube wells / boreholes | Available |
| Closed drainage | Not available in village |
| Open drainage | Not available in village |
| Total sanitation campaign coverage | Available |
| Domestic power supply | Available |
| Agriculture power supply | Available |
| Commercial power supply | Available |
| Summer domestic power | 23 hours per day |
| Winter domestic power | 24 hours per day |
Agriculture and Land Use
Land-use area is reported in hectares using Census village directory land-use categories such as net area sown, irrigated area, forest, fallow land and non-agricultural use. This is useful for general village research, farming context and local area study.
| Net area sown | 3,461.29 hectares |
|---|---|
| Irrigated area | 42.89 hectares |
| Unirrigated area | 3,538.66 hectares |
| Forest area | 41 hectares |
| Non-agricultural area | 1,573.45 hectares |
| Main crop | Rubber |
| Second crop | Cashew Nut |
| Third crop | Coconut |
Nearby Facility Clues
When a facility is not available inside the village, Census records may give the nearest place or distance range where the facility is available.
| Senior secondary school | Not available in village; nearest reported place: Iritty, more than 10 km away. |
|---|---|
| Railway station | Not available in village; nearest reported facility is more than 10 km away. |
| ATM | Not available in village; nearest reported facility is 0 km. |
How to Reach Kanichar
Koothuparamba (35 km) is the nearest statutory town in the available village directory data. Thalassery is the sub-district headquarters. Use the Google Map above to plan a route. Before travel, check the latest bus, railway and road options from local sources.
| Nearest major town | Koothuparamba (35 km) |
|---|---|
| Taluk headquarters | Thalassery (48 km) |
| Public bus service | Available |
| Railway station in village | Not available in village |
| All-weather road | Available |
Source-Year Notes
Data is mainly based on Census 2011 and public village directory records. Current names, boundaries and facilities may have changed. Facility meanings follow District Census Handbook village directory concepts. Local names such as Taluk, district and gram panchayat may differ from current government records.
For simple meanings of Census village directory terms, see the Census 2011 village directory definitions.
Official Records and Useful Links
Use these official links to verify current government information. Village Maps shows Census 2011 and public directory data for general reference.
- Kerala government website Official state/UT portal
- Kannur district administration Official district portal
- Ente Bhoomi land records Verify land records officially
- Census India Village code 627259
- India Post PIN code search 670674
Additional Facilities Reported
This compact snapshot summarizes public village facility records for Kanichar. It helps surface useful facilities without making the page difficult to scan.
| Private Pre Primary School Nursery LKG UKG | Available; 1 |
|---|---|
| Private Primary School | Available; 2 |
| Govt Middle School | Available; 1 |
| Private Middle School | Available; 1 |
| Private Secondary School | Available; 1 |
| Private Senior Secondary School | Available; 1 |
| Primary Health Centre | 1 |
| Primary Health Centre Doctors Total Strength | 2 |
| Primary Health Centre Doctors in Position | 2 |
| Primary Health Centre Para Medical Staff Total Strength | 1 |
| Primary Health Centre Para Medical Staff in Position | 1 |
| Primary Health Sub Centre | 3 |
| Primary Heallth Sub Centre Doctors Total Strength | 3 |
| Primary Heallth Sub Centre Doctors in Position | 3 |
| Primary Heallth Sub Centre Para Medical Staff Total Strength | 5 |
| Primary Heallth Sub Centre Para Medical Staff in Position | 5 |
| Maternity and Child Welfare Centre | 1 |
| Maternity and Child Welfare Centre Doctors Total Strength | 1 |
| Maternity and Child Welfare Centre Doctors in Position | 1 |
| Maternity and Child Welfare Centre Para Medical Staff Total Strength | 2 |
| Maternity and Child Welfare Centre Para Medical Staff in Position | 2 |
| Veterinary Hospital | 1 |
| Veterinary Hospital Doctors Total Strength | 1 |
| Veterinary Hospital Doctors in Position | 1 |
| Veterinary Hospital Para Medical Staff Total Strength | 2 |
| Veterinary Hospital Para Medical Staff in Position | 2 |
| Family Welfare Centre | 1 |
| Family Welfare Centre Doctors Total Strength | 1 |
| Family Welfare Centre Doctors in Position | 1 |
| Family Welfare Centre Para Medical Staff Total Strength | 1 |
| Family Welfare Centre Para Medical Staff in Position | 1 |
| Non Government Medical Facilities Out Patient | 6 |
| Non Government Medical Facilities in and Out Patient | 1 |
| Non Government Medical Facilities Medical Prctitioner with MBBS Degree | 6 |
| Non Government Medical Facilities Medicine Shop | 1 |
| Tap Water Untreated | Available |
How to Use Survey Number and Map Details
Use the village code, district, taluk, gram panchayat, PIN code and nearest town details as reference points when searching government land records. For ownership, mutation, survey number, legal boundary and plot-level decisions, check the latest record with the revenue department or official land records portal.
Frequently Asked Questions
Where is Kanichar village located?
Kanichar is located in Thalassery Taluk, also recorded as a Census sub-district. District: Kannur.
Which Taluk is Kanichar in?
Kanichar is in Thalassery Taluk. In Census tables, this level is also called a sub-district.
Which district is Kanichar in?
District: Kannur.
What is the village code of Kanichar?
The Census village code of Kanichar is 627259.
What is the PIN code of Kanichar?
The PIN code reported for Kanichar is 670674.
What is the population of Kanichar?
Kanichar has 15,789 residents in 3,838 households as per Census 2011.
Which gram panchayat is Kanichar part of?
Kanichar comes under Kelakam,Kanichar gram panchayat.
Which is the nearest town to Kanichar?
The nearest statutory town to Kanichar is Koothuparamba (35 km).
Which crops are grown in Kanichar?
The main crops reported for Kanichar are Rubber, Cashew Nut, and Coconut.
What land-use details are available for Kanichar?
Land-use details for Kanichar include net area sown: 3,461.29 hectares, irrigated area: 42.89 hectares, and unirrigated area: 3,538.66 hectares.
Is there a government primary school in Kanichar?
Government primary school status for Kanichar is not available in village.
Is public bus service available in Kanichar?
Public bus service is available in the village.
Is mobile phone coverage available in Kanichar?
Mobile phone coverage is available in the village.
What is the total area of Kanichar?
The total geographical area of Kanichar is 5,196 hectares.
How many households are in Kanichar?
Kanichar has 3,838 households as per Census 2011.