Kottageri
Kottageri is a village located in Virajpet taluka of Kodagu district in Karnataka, India. It is situated 43km away from sub-district headquarter Virajpet (tehsildar office) and 70km away from district headquarter Madikeri. As per 2009 stats, Nittur is the gram panchayat of Kottageri village.
Here you can discover what makes Kottageri unique in its vibrant Virajpet-Kodagu region. You’ll see Kottageri’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 Kottageri
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Kottageri is 618085. The village spans a total geographical area of 862.9 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 571219. Virajpet is nearest town to Kottageri village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 43km away.
Google Map of Kottageri
Population of Kottageri
According to the 2011 Census, Kottageri has a total population of about 944, with approximately 478 males and 466 females. The sex ratio is around 974 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 90 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 202 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 239. The overall literacy rate is approximately 67.06%, with male literacy at about 71.13% and female literacy near 62.88%. There are around 289 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Kottageri's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 944 | 478 | 466 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 90 | 38 | 52 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 202 | 107 | 95 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 239 | 126 | 113 |
| Literate Population | 633 | 340 | 293 |
| Illiterate Population | 311 | 138 | 173 |
Connectivity of Kottageri
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Kottageri. As per the 2011 stats, Kottageri 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 Kottageri
Knowing the nearby villages of Kottageri helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Kottageri.
Frequently Asked Questions about Kottageri
- Where is Kottageri located?
- Kottageri village is situated in Virajpet Taluka, within the Kodagu district of Karnataka, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Kottageri?
- The Gram Panchayat of Kottageri is Nittur (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the pincode of Kottageri?
- The pincode of Kottageri is 571219, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Kottageri as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Kottageri is 944, with 478 males and 466 females.
- How many households are there in Kottageri as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Kottageri village has a total of 289 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Kottageri as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Kottageri is 67.06%. The male literacy rate is 71.13%, while the female literacy rate is 62.88%.