Kottam
Kottam is a village located in Srungavarapukota mandal of Vizianagaram district in Andhra Pradesh, India. It is situated 12km away from sub-district headquarter Srungavarapukota (tehsildar office) and 30km away from district headquarter Vizianagaram. As per 2009 stats, Kottam village is also a gram panchayat.
Here you can discover what makes Kottam unique in its vibrant Srungavarapukota-Vizianagaram region. You’ll see Kottam’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 Kottam
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Kottam is 582987. The village spans a total geographical area of 1081 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 535148. Vizianagaram is nearest town to Kottam village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 30km away.
Google Map of Kottam
Population of Kottam
According to the 2011 Census, Kottam has a total population of about 3,441, with approximately 1,665 males and 1,776 females. The sex ratio is around 1066 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 348 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 277 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 17. The overall literacy rate is approximately 47.57%, with male literacy at about 57.30% and female literacy near 38.46%. There are around 949 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Kottam's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 3,441 | 1,665 | 1,776 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 348 | 161 | 187 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 277 | 127 | 150 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 17 | 9 | 8 |
| Literate Population | 1,637 | 954 | 683 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,804 | 711 | 1,093 |
Connectivity of Kottam
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Kottam. As per the 2011 stats, Kottam 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 5 - 10 km distance |
Nearby Villages of Kottam
Knowing the nearby villages of Kottam helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Kottam.
Frequently Asked Questions about Kottam
- Where is Kottam located?
- Kottam village is situated in Srungavarapukota Mandal, within the Vizianagaram district of Andhra Pradesh, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Kottam?
- Kottam serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
- What is the pincode of Kottam?
- The pincode of Kottam is 535148, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Kottam as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Kottam is 3,441, with 1,665 males and 1,776 females.
- How many households are there in Kottam as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Kottam village has a total of 949 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Kottam as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Kottam is 47.57%. The male literacy rate is 57.30%, while the female literacy rate is 38.46%.