Kottathara
Kottathara is a village located in Vythiri taluka of Wayanad district in Kerala, India. It is situated 25km away from Kalpetta, which is both district & sub-district headquarter of Kottathara village. As per 2009 stats, Kottathara village is also a gram panchayat.
Here you can discover what makes Kottathara unique in its vibrant Vythiri-Wayanad 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 627326. The village spans a total geographical area of 3224 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 673121. Kalpetta is nearest town to Kottathara village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 15km away.
Google Map of Kottathara
Population of Kottathara
According to the 2011 Census, Kottathara has a total population of about 17,295, with approximately 8,489 males and 8,806 females. The sex ratio is around 1037 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 1,985 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 565 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 4,951. The overall literacy rate is approximately 78.47%, with male literacy at about 82.12% and female literacy near 74.95%. There are around 3,920 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 | 17,295 | 8,489 | 8,806 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 1,985 | 982 | 1,003 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 565 | 279 | 286 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 4,951 | 2,398 | 2,553 |
| Literate Population | 13,571 | 6,971 | 6,600 |
| Illiterate Population | 3,724 | 1,518 | 2,206 |
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 Vythiri Taluka, within the Wayanad district of Kerala, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Kottathara?
- Kottathara serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
- What is the pincode of Kottathara?
- The pincode of Kottathara is 673121, 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 17,295, with 8,489 males and 8,806 females.
- How many households are there in Kottathara as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Kottathara village has a total of 3,920 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Kottathara as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Kottathara is 78.47%. The male literacy rate is 82.12%, while the female literacy rate is 74.95%.