Kottagam
Kottagam is a village 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.
Here you can discover what makes Kottagam unique in its vibrant Virudhachalam-Cuddalore region. You’ll see Kottagam’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 Kottagam
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Kottagam is 637170. The village spans a total geographical area of 277.73 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 607802. Vadalur is nearest town to Kottagam village for all major economic activities.
Google Map of Kottagam
Population of Kottagam
According to the 2011 Census, Kottagam has a total population of about 1,320, with approximately 653 males and 667 females. The sex ratio is around 1021 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 182 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 229 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 3. The overall literacy rate is approximately 57.88%, with male literacy at about 70.29% and female literacy near 45.73%. There are around 348 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Kottagam's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,320 | 653 | 667 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 182 | 89 | 93 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 229 | 110 | 119 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 3 | 1 | 2 |
| Literate Population | 764 | 459 | 305 |
| Illiterate Population | 556 | 194 | 362 |
Connectivity of Kottagam
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Kottagam. As per the 2011 stats, Kottagam 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 5 - 10 km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within 5 - 10 km distance |
Nearby Villages of Kottagam
Knowing the nearby villages of Kottagam helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Kottagam.
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%.