Kottagam
About Kottagam
According to Census 2011 information the location code or village code of Kottagam village is 637170. Kottagam village is located in Virudhachalam taluka of Cuddalore district in Tamil Nadu, India. It is situated 23km away from sub-district headquarter Virudhachalam (tehsildar office) and 48km away from district headquarter Cuddalore. As per 2009 stats, Kottagam village is also a gram panchayat.
The total geographical area of village is 277.73 hectares. Kottagam has a total population of 1,320 peoples, out of which male population is 653 while female population is 667. This results in a sex ratio of approximately 1021 females for every 1,000 males. Literacy rate of kottagam village is 57.88% out of which 70.29% males and 45.73% females are literate. There are about 348 houses in kottagam village. Pincode of kottagam village locality is 607802.
Vadalur is nearest town to kottagam village for all major economic activities.
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Population of Kottagam
The population details of Kottagam cover important figures like total population, male and female population, children aged 0–6 years, and the number of literate and illiterate people. It also shows how many residents belong to Scheduled Castes and Scheduled Tribes. These details help in understanding the village structure, education level, and community groups.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,320 | 653 | 667 |
| Child Population (Age 0–6) | 182 | 89 | 93 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) Population | 229 | 110 | 119 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) Population | 3 | 1 | 2 |
| Literate Population | 764 | 459 | 305 |
| Illiterate Population | 556 | 194 | 362 |
Connectivity of Kottagam
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Available within 5 - 10 km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within 5 - 10 km distance |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Kottagam
Where is Kottagam located?
Kottagam village is situated in Virudhachalam Taluka, within the Cuddalore district of Tamil Nadu, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Kottagam?
Kottagam serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
What is the pincode of Kottagam?
The pincode of Kottagam is 607802, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
What is the population of Kottagam as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Kottagam is 1,320, with 653 males and 667 females.
How many households are there in Kottagam as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Kottagam village has a total of 348 households.
What is the literacy rate in Kottagam as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Kottagam is 57.88%. The male literacy rate is 70.29%, while the female literacy rate is 45.73%.