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.
Here you can discover what makes Kottukkal unique in its vibrant Kottarakkara-Kollam region. You’ll see Kottukkal’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 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.
Google Map of Kottukkal
Population of Kottukkal
According to the 2011 Census, Kottukkal has a total population of about 18,400, with approximately 8,588 males and 9,812 females. The sex ratio is around 1142 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 1,744 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 2,010 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 41. The overall literacy rate is approximately 84.75%, with male literacy at about 86.63% and female literacy near 83.10%. There are around 4,829 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Kottukkal's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| 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 |
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%.