Kottur
Kottur is a village located in Quilandy taluka of Kozhikode district in Kerala, India. It is situated 18km away from sub-district headquarter Quilandy (tehsildar office) and 35km away from district headquarter Kozhikode. As per 2009 stats, Kottur village is also a gram panchayat.
Kottur has its own place in the vibrant Kozhikode 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 Kottur
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Kottur is 627377. The village spans a total geographical area of 1178 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 673614. Quilandy is nearest town to Kottur village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 18km away.
Google Map of Kottur
Population of Kottur
Below is a concise population overview of Kottur as per the Census 2011 data. The table highlights the key population metrics categorized by gender and social groups.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 12,205 | 5,814 | 6,391 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 1,133 | 566 | 567 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 1,127 | 538 | 589 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 279 | 138 | 141 |
| Literate Population | 10,321 | 5,090 | 5,231 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,884 | 724 | 1,160 |
Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Kottur village:
- The total population of Kottur village is around 12,205, including approximately 5,814 males and 6,391 females, with a sex ratio of 1099 females per 1,000 males.
- There are about 1,133 children aged 0–6 years in Kottur village, reflecting the young population in the village.
- Kottur village has 1,127 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC) and 279 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
- The literacy rate of Kottur village is about 84.56%, with male literacy at 87.55% and female literacy at 81.85%.
- There are around 2,978 households in Kottur village.
Connectivity of Kottur
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Kottur. As per the 2011 stats, Kottur had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within <5 km distance |
| Private Bus Service | Available within village |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Kottur
Knowing the nearby villages of Kottur helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Kottur.
Frequently Asked Questions about Kottur
- Where is Kottur located?
- Kottur village is situated in Quilandy Taluka, within the Kozhikode district of Kerala, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Kottur?
- Kottur serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
- What is the pincode of Kottur?
- The pincode of Kottur is 673614, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Kottur as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Kottur is 12,205, with 5,814 males and 6,391 females.
- How many households are there in Kottur as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Kottur village has a total of 2,978 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Kottur as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Kottur is 84.56%. The male literacy rate is 87.55%, while the female literacy rate is 81.85%.