Ulkottai
Ulkottai is a village located in Udayarpalayam taluka of Ariyalur district in Tamil Nadu, India. It is situated 12km away from sub-district headquarter Jayankondam (tehsildar office) and 48km away from district headquarter Ariyalur. As per 2009 stats, Udayanatham is the gram panchayat of Ulkottai village.
Here you can discover what makes Ulkottai unique in its vibrant Udayarpalayam-Ariyalur region. You’ll see Ulkottai’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 Ulkottai
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Ulkottai is 636384. The village spans a total geographical area of 763.9 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 612901. Jayankondam is nearest town to Ulkottai village for all major economic activities.
When it comes to local governance, Ulkottai 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 Ulkottai
Population of Ulkottai
According to the 2011 Census, Ulkottai has a total population of about 5,495, with approximately 2,729 males and 2,766 females. The sex ratio is around 1013 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 602 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 1,642 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 317. The overall literacy rate is approximately 63.31%, with male literacy at about 71.20% and female literacy near 55.53%. There are around 1,435 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Ulkottai's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 5,495 | 2,729 | 2,766 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 602 | 326 | 276 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 1,642 | 811 | 831 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 317 | 149 | 168 |
| Literate Population | 3,479 | 1,943 | 1,536 |
| Illiterate Population | 2,016 | 786 | 1,230 |
Connectivity of Ulkottai
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Ulkottai. As per the 2011 stats, Ulkottai 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 Ulkottai
Knowing the nearby villages of Ulkottai helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Ulkottai.
Frequently Asked Questions about Ulkottai
- Where is Ulkottai located?
- Ulkottai village is situated in Udayarpalayam Taluka, within the Ariyalur district of Tamil Nadu, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Ulkottai?
- The Gram Panchayat of Ulkottai is Udayanatham (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the pincode of Ulkottai?
- The pincode of Ulkottai is 612901, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Ulkottai as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Ulkottai is 5,495, with 2,729 males and 2,766 females.
- How many households are there in Ulkottai as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Ulkottai village has a total of 1,435 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Ulkottai as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Ulkottai is 63.31%. The male literacy rate is 71.20%, while the female literacy rate is 55.53%.