Kottukal
Kottukal is a village located in Neyyattinkara taluka of Thiruvananthapuram district in Kerala, India. It is situated 8km away from sub-district headquarter Neyyattinkara (tehsildar office) and 32km away from district headquarter Thiruvananthapuram. As per 2009 stats, Kottukal village is also a gram panchayat.
Here you can discover what makes Kottukal unique in its vibrant Neyyattinkara-Thiruvananthapuram region. You’ll see Kottukal’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 Kottukal
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Kottukal is 628537. The village spans a total geographical area of 1633 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 695509. Neyyattinkara is nearest town to Kottukal village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 8km away.
Google Map of Kottukal
Population of Kottukal
According to the 2011 Census, Kottukal has a total population of about 46,915, with approximately 23,202 males and 23,713 females. The sex ratio is around 1022 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 4,280 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 4,834 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 68. The overall literacy rate is approximately 82.37%, with male literacy at about 83.59% and female literacy near 81.18%. There are around 11,725 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Kottukal's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 46,915 | 23,202 | 23,713 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 4,280 | 2,209 | 2,071 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 4,834 | 2,362 | 2,472 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 68 | 33 | 35 |
| Literate Population | 38,644 | 19,394 | 19,250 |
| Illiterate Population | 8,271 | 3,808 | 4,463 |
Connectivity of Kottukal
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Kottukal. As per the 2011 stats, Kottukal 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 <5 km distance |
Nearby Villages of Kottukal
Knowing the nearby villages of Kottukal helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Kottukal.
Frequently Asked Questions about Kottukal
- Where is Kottukal located?
- Kottukal village is situated in Neyyattinkara Taluka, within the Thiruvananthapuram district of Kerala, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Kottukal?
- Kottukal serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
- What is the pincode of Kottukal?
- The pincode of Kottukal is 695509, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Kottukal as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Kottukal is 46,915, with 23,202 males and 23,713 females.
- How many households are there in Kottukal as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Kottukal village has a total of 11,725 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Kottukal as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Kottukal is 82.37%. The male literacy rate is 83.59%, while the female literacy rate is 81.18%.