Ulkottai (South) - Udayarpalayam, Ariyalur
Ulkottai (South) is a village situated in the Udayarpalayam taluka of Ariyalur district, Tamil Nadu. It is located approximately 14 km from the tehsil headquarters in Jayankondam and around 50 km from the district headquarters in Ariyalur. Ulkottai serves as the Gram Panchayat for Ulkottai (South) village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Ulkottai (South) is 636385. The village covers a total geographical area of 836.87 hectares and falls under the 612905 pincode. Jayankondam is the nearest town.
Ulkottai (South) village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Jayankondam Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Chidambaram Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Ulkottai (South)
As per Census 2011, Ulkottai (South) village has a total population of 1,751 people, consisting of 862 males and 889 females. The village has 441 households and a sex ratio of 1,031 females per 1,000 males. There are 160 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,152 literate and 599 illiterate residents. Additionally, 268 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 7 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Ulkottai (South) are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,751 | 862 | 889 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 160 | 83 | 77 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 268 | 132 | 136 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 7 | 2 | 5 |
| Literate Population | 1,152 | 652 | 500 |
| Illiterate Population | 599 | 210 | 389 |
Nearby Villages of Ulkottai (South)
Ulkottai (South) 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 Ulkottai (South)
Ulkottai (South) is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared van services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. the road distance from Ariyalur to Ulkottai (South) is about 50 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.4 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Ulkottai (South)
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Ulkottai (South) village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Ulkottai (South)
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Ulkottai (South) village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Ulkottai (South)
Where is Ulkottai (South) located?
Ulkottai (South) village is located in Udayarpalayam Taluka, Ariyalur district, Tamil Nadu, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Ulkottai (South)?
The Gram Panchayat of Ulkottai (South) is Ulkottai.
What is the pincode of Ulkottai (South)?
The pincode of Ulkottai (South) is 612905.
What is the population of Ulkottai (South)?
Ulkottai (South) has a total population of 1,751, including 862 males and 889 females.
How many households are there in Ulkottai (South)?
There are 441 households in Ulkottai (South).
What is the literacy rate in Ulkottai (South)?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Ulkottai (South) is 65.79%. Male literacy is 75.64% and female literacy is 56.24%.