Kattagaram
Kattagaram is a village located in Udayarpalayam taluka of Ariyalur district in Tamil Nadu, India. It is situated 15km away from sub-district headquarter Jayankondam (tehsildar office) and 35km away from district headquarter Ariyalur. As per 2009 stats, Pillaipalayam is the gram panchayat of Kattagaram village.
Here you can discover what makes Kattagaram unique in its vibrant Udayarpalayam-Ariyalur region. You’ll see Kattagaram’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 Kattagaram
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Kattagaram is 636371. The village spans a total geographical area of 655.73 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 612903. Jayankondam is nearest town to Kattagaram village for all major economic activities.
When it comes to local governance, Kattagaram village is administered by a Sarpanch, the elected head of the village, in accordance with the Constitution of India and the Panchayati Raj Act. The village falls under the Jayankondam Vidhan Sabha constituency for state-level representation and the Chidambaram Lok Sabha constituency for national parliamentary elections. The local administration is responsible for civic services and development within the village.
Google Map of Kattagaram
Population of Kattagaram
According to the 2011 Census, Kattagaram has a total population of about 3,212, with approximately 1,630 males and 1,582 females. The sex ratio is around 970 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 348 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 881 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. Information about the Scheduled Tribes (ST) population is not available. The overall literacy rate is approximately 67.81%, with male literacy at about 74.42% and female literacy near 61.00%. There are around 816 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Kattagaram's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 3,212 | 1,630 | 1,582 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 348 | 194 | 154 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 881 | 430 | 451 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Literate Population | 2,178 | 1,213 | 965 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,034 | 417 | 617 |
Connectivity of Kattagaram
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Kattagaram. As per the 2011 stats, Kattagaram 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 Kattagaram
Knowing the nearby villages of Kattagaram helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Kattagaram.
Frequently Asked Questions about Kattagaram
- Where is Kattagaram located?
- Kattagaram village is situated in Udayarpalayam Taluka, within the Ariyalur district of Tamil Nadu, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Kattagaram?
- The Gram Panchayat of Kattagaram is Pillaipalayam (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the pincode of Kattagaram?
- The pincode of Kattagaram is 612903, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Kattagaram as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Kattagaram is 3,212, with 1,630 males and 1,582 females.
- How many households are there in Kattagaram as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Kattagaram village has a total of 816 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Kattagaram as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Kattagaram is 67.81%. The male literacy rate is 74.42%, while the female literacy rate is 61.00%.