Koothankoil - Chidambaram, Cuddalore
Koothankoil is a village situated in the Chidambaram taluka of Cuddalore district, Tamil Nadu. It is located approximately 7 km from the tehsil headquarters in Chidambaram and around 50 km from the district headquarters in Cuddalore. Koothankoil village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Koothankoil is 636894. The village covers a total geographical area of 244.85 hectares and falls under the 608401 pincode. Chidambaram is the nearest town.
Koothankoil village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Chidambaram Assembly and Parliamentary constituency.
Population of Koothankoil
According to the 2011 Census, Koothankoil village had a total population of 802 people, including 408 males and 394 females, living in 186 households. The sex ratio was 966 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 77.75%, with male literacy at 87.60% and female literacy at 67.70%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 269.
The table below presents a detailed demographic breakdown of the village, including separate male and female figures for each population category.
| Category | 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) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 559 | 318 | 241 |
| Illiterate Population | 243 | 90 | 153 |
Nearby Villages of Koothankoil
Koothankoil 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 Koothankoil
Koothankoil is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is located within 5-10 km of Koothankoil.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | Available within 5-10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. the road distance from Cuddalore to Koothankoil 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 Koothankoil
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Koothankoil village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Koothankoil
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Koothankoil village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Koothankoil
Where is Koothankoil located?
Koothankoil village is located in Chidambaram Taluka, Cuddalore district, Tamil Nadu, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Koothankoil?
Koothankoil is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Koothankoil?
The pincode of Koothankoil is 608401.
What is the population of Koothankoil?
Koothankoil had a total population of 802, including 408 males and 394 females.
How many households are there in Koothankoil?
Koothankoil had 186 households.
What is the literacy rate in Koothankoil?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Koothankoil was 77.75%. Male literacy was 87.60% and female literacy was 67.70%.