Kottathara
Kottathara is a village located in Mannarkad taluka of Palakkad district in Kerala, India. It is situated 45km away from sub-district headquarter Mannarkad (tehsildar office) and 82km away from district headquarter Palakkad. As per 2009 stats, Sholayar is the gram panchayat of Kottathara village.
Here you can discover what makes Kottathara unique in its vibrant Mannarkad-Palakkad region. You’ll see Kottathara’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 Kottathara
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Kottathara is 627612. The village spans a total geographical area of 7220 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 678581. Coimbatore is nearest town to Kottathara village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 41km away.
Google Map of Kottathara
Population of Kottathara
According to the 2011 Census, Kottathara has a total population of about 10,195, with approximately 5,072 males and 5,123 females. The sex ratio is around 1010 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 956 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 450 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 4,919. The overall literacy rate is approximately 64.24%, with male literacy at about 69.10% and female literacy near 59.42%. There are around 2,790 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Kottathara's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 10,195 | 5,072 | 5,123 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 956 | 498 | 458 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 450 | 217 | 233 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 4,919 | 2,442 | 2,477 |
| Literate Population | 6,549 | 3,505 | 3,044 |
| Illiterate Population | 3,646 | 1,567 | 2,079 |
Connectivity of Kottathara
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Kottathara. As per the 2011 stats, Kottathara 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 Kottathara
Knowing the nearby villages of Kottathara helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Kottathara.
Frequently Asked Questions about Kottathara
- Where is Kottathara located?
- Kottathara village is situated in Mannarkad Taluka, within the Palakkad district of Kerala, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Kottathara?
- The Gram Panchayat of Kottathara is Sholayar (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the pincode of Kottathara?
- The pincode of Kottathara is 678581, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Kottathara as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Kottathara is 10,195, with 5,072 males and 5,123 females.
- How many households are there in Kottathara as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Kottathara village has a total of 2,790 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Kottathara as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Kottathara is 64.24%. The male literacy rate is 69.10%, while the female literacy rate is 59.42%.