Iriveri
| Iriveri | |
|---|---|
| city | |
  Iriveri Location in Kerala, India | |
| Coordinates: 11°52′18″N 75°28′52″E / 11.871745°N 75.481007°ECoordinates: 11°52′18″N 75°28′52″E / 11.871745°N 75.481007°E | |
| Country |
 India |
| State | Kerala |
| District | Kannur |
| Population (2001) | |
| • Total | 15,672 |
| Languages | |
| • Official | Malayalam, English |
| Time zone | IST (UTC+5:30) |
Iriveri is a census town in Kannur district in the Indian state of Kerala.
Demographics
As of 2001 India census,[1] Iriveri had a population of 15,672. Males constitute 48% of the population and females 52%. Iriveri has an average literacy rate of 84%, higher than the national average of 59.5%: male literacy is 85%, and female literacy is 82%. In Iriveri, 12% of the population is under 6 years of age.
Agriculture, coconut and cashew plantations, Paddy and farmings are major occupation. Chakkarakkal is the nearest economical hub. One of the major attractions in Iriveri is the Iriveri Kavu, situated inside of a small forest, and is famous for Theyyam, a folk art performance during February. Ambiliyad Sri Krishna Temple and Manikkiyil Bhagavati Temple are also in Iriveri.
References
- ↑ "Census of India 2001: Data from the 2001 Census, including cities, villages and towns (Provisional)". Census Commission of India. Archived from the original on 2004-06-16. Retrieved 2008-11-01.