Koothankoil
Koothankoil is a village located in Chidambaram taluka of Cuddalore district in Tamil Nadu, India. It is situated 7km away from sub-district headquarter Chidambaram (tehsildar office) and 50km away from district headquarter Cuddalore. As per 2009 stats, Koothankoil village is also a gram panchayat.
Here you can discover what makes Koothankoil unique in its vibrant Chidambaram-Cuddalore region. You’ll see Koothankoil’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 Koothankoil
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Koothankoil is 636894. The village spans a total geographical area of 244.85 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 608401. Chidambaram is nearest town to Koothankoil village for all major economic activities.
Google Map of Koothankoil
Population of Koothankoil
According to the 2011 Census, Koothankoil has a total population of about 802, with approximately 408 males and 394 females. The sex ratio is around 965 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 83 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 269 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 69.70%, with male literacy at about 77.94% and female literacy near 61.17%. There are around 186 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Koothankoil's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 802 | 408 | 394 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 83 | 45 | 38 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 269 | 139 | 130 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Literate Population | 559 | 318 | 241 |
| Illiterate Population | 243 | 90 | 153 |
Connectivity of Koothankoil
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Koothankoil. As per the 2011 stats, Koothankoil had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within <5 km distance |
| Private Bus Service | Available within village |
| Railway Station | Available within <5 km distance |
Nearby Villages of Koothankoil
Knowing the nearby villages of Koothankoil helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Koothankoil.
Frequently Asked Questions about Koothankoil
- Where is Koothankoil located?
- Koothankoil village is situated in Chidambaram Taluka, within the Cuddalore district of Tamil Nadu, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Koothankoil?
- Koothankoil serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
- What is the pincode of Koothankoil?
- The pincode of Koothankoil is 608401, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Koothankoil as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Koothankoil is 802, with 408 males and 394 females.
- How many households are there in Koothankoil as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Koothankoil village has a total of 186 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Koothankoil as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Koothankoil is 69.70%. The male literacy rate is 77.94%, while the female literacy rate is 61.17%.