Kottukkal

Kottukkal is a village located in Kottarakkara taluka of Kollam district in Kerala, India. It is situated 25km away from sub-district headquarter Kottarakkara (tehsildar office) and 40km away from district headquarter Kollam. As per 2009 stats, Ittiva is the gram panchayat of Kottukkal village.

Kottukkal has its own place in the vibrant Kollam region. In the following sections, you’ll find details about population, literacy, households, children, caste data, area, pincode, local governance, nearby villages, connectivity, and more.

About Kottukkal

According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Kottukkal is 628423. The village spans a total geographical area of 2235 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 691306. Punalur is nearest town to Kottukkal village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 23km away.

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Population of Kottukkal

Below is a concise population overview of Kottukkal as per the Census 2011 data. The table highlights the key population metrics categorized by gender and social groups.

ParticularsTotalMaleFemale
Total Population 18,400 8,588 9,812
Child Population (0–6 yrs) 1,744 855 889
Scheduled Castes (SC) 2,010 954 1,056
Scheduled Tribes (ST) 41 21 20
Literate Population 15,594 7,440 8,154
Illiterate Population 2,806 1,148 1,658

Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Kottukkal village:

  • The total population of Kottukkal village is around 18,400, including approximately 8,588 males and 9,812 females, with a sex ratio of 1142 females per 1,000 males.
  • There are about 1,744 children aged 0–6 years in Kottukkal village, reflecting the young population in the village.
  • Kottukkal village has 2,010 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC) and 41 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
  • The literacy rate of Kottukkal village is about 84.75%, with male literacy at 86.63% and female literacy at 83.10%.
  • There are around 4,829 households in Kottukkal village.

Connectivity of Kottukkal

Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Kottukkal. As per the 2011 stats, Kottukkal 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 Kottukkal

Knowing the nearby villages of Kottukkal helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Kottukkal.

Frequently Asked Questions about Kottukkal

Where is Kottukkal located?
Kottukkal village is situated in Kottarakkara Taluka, within the Kollam district of Kerala, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Kottukkal?
The Gram Panchayat of Kottukkal is Ittiva (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
What is the pincode of Kottukkal?
The pincode of Kottukkal is 691306, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
What is the population of Kottukkal as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Kottukkal is 18,400, with 8,588 males and 9,812 females.
How many households are there in Kottukkal as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Kottukkal village has a total of 4,829 households.
What is the literacy rate in Kottukkal as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Kottukkal is 84.75%. The male literacy rate is 86.63%, while the female literacy rate is 83.10%.