Kottukkal - Kottarakkara, Kollam
Kottukkal is a village situated in the Kottarakkara taluka of Kollam district, Kerala. It is located approximately 25 km from the tehsil headquarters in Kottarakkara and around 40 km from the district headquarters in Kollam. Ittiva serves as the Gram Panchayat for Kottukkal village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Kottukkal is 628423. The village covers a total geographical area of 2235 hectares and falls under the 691306 pincode. Punalur is the nearest town, located about 23 km away.
Kottukkal village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Chadayamangalam Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Kollam Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Kottukkal
As per Census 2011, Kottukkal village has a total population of 18,400 people, consisting of 8,588 males and 9,812 females. The village has 4,829 households and a sex ratio of 1,142 females per 1,000 males. There are 1,744 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 15,594 literate and 2,806 illiterate residents. Additionally, 2,010 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 41 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Kottukkal are given below:
| Category | 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 |
Nearby Villages of Kottukkal
Kottukkal is surrounded by several nearby villages in its surroundings. These villages are part of the local area and are commonly connected through local routes and daily movement of people.
Transport and Connectivity of Kottukkal
Kottukkal is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Punalur to Kottukkal is about 23 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Kollam to Kottukkal is about 40 km, with the usual travel time around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Kottukkal
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Kottukkal village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | Yes | Available within village |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Kottukkal
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Kottukkal village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Kottukkal
Where is Kottukkal located?
Kottukkal village is located in Kottarakkara Taluka, Kollam district, Kerala, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Kottukkal?
The Gram Panchayat of Kottukkal is Ittiva.
What is the pincode of Kottukkal?
The pincode of Kottukkal is 691306.
What is the population of Kottukkal?
Kottukkal has a total population of 18,400, including 8,588 males and 9,812 females.
How many households are there in Kottukkal?
There are 4,829 households in Kottukkal.
What is the literacy rate in Kottukkal?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Kottukkal is 84.75%. Male literacy is 86.63% and female literacy is 83.10%.