Kottoppadam-I Village - Mannarkad, Palakkad
Kottoppadam-I is a village situated in the Mannarkad taluka of Palakkad district, Kerala. It is located approximately 18 km from the tehsil headquarters in Mannarkad and around 53 km from the district headquarters in Palakkad. Kottappadam serves as the Gram Panchayat for Kottoppadam-I village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Kottoppadam-I is 627606. The village covers a total geographical area of 4427 hectares and falls under the 678583 pincode. Palakkad is the nearest town, located about 53 km away.
Kottoppadam-I village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Mannarkkad Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Palakkad Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Kottoppadam-I
As per Census 2011, Kottoppadam-I village has a total population of 14,085 people, consisting of 6,711 males and 7,374 females. The village has 2,696 households and a sex ratio of 1,098 females per 1,000 males. There are 1,896 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 10,833 literate and 3,252 illiterate residents. Additionally, 800 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 384 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Kottoppadam-I are given below:
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 14,085 | 6,711 | 7,374 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 1,896 | 952 | 944 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 800 | 393 | 407 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 384 | 192 | 192 |
| Literate Population | 10,833 | 5,286 | 5,547 |
| Illiterate Population | 3,252 | 1,425 | 1,827 |
Nearby Villages of Kottoppadam-I
Kottoppadam-I 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 Kottoppadam-I
Kottoppadam-I 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 Palakkad to Kottoppadam-I is about 53 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.5 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Kottoppadam-I
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Kottoppadam-I 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 Kottoppadam-I
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Kottoppadam-I village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Kottoppadam-I
Where is Kottoppadam-I located?
Kottoppadam-I village is located in Mannarkad Taluka, Palakkad district, Kerala, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Kottoppadam-I?
The Gram Panchayat of Kottoppadam-I is Kottappadam.
What is the pincode of Kottoppadam-I?
The pincode of Kottoppadam-I is 678583.
What is the population of Kottoppadam-I?
Kottoppadam-I has a total population of 14,085, including 6,711 males and 7,374 females.
How many households are there in Kottoppadam-I?
There are 2,696 households in Kottoppadam-I.
What is the literacy rate in Kottoppadam-I?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Kottoppadam-I is 76.91%. Male literacy is 78.77% and female literacy is 75.22%.