Palakkollai
Palakkollai is a village located in Virudhachalam taluka of Cuddalore district in Tamil Nadu, India. It is situated 22km away from sub-district headquarter Virudhachalam (tehsildar office) and 82km away from district headquarter Cuddalore. As per 2009 stats, Palakollai is the gram panchayat of Palakkollai village.
Here you can discover what makes Palakkollai unique in its vibrant Virudhachalam-Cuddalore region. You’ll see Palakkollai’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 Palakkollai
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Palakkollai is 637085. The village spans a total geographical area of 755.15 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 606115. Ulundurpettai is nearest town to Palakkollai village for all major economic activities.
Google Map of Palakkollai
Population of Palakkollai
According to the 2011 Census, Palakkollai has a total population of about 4,018, with approximately 2,013 males and 2,005 females. The sex ratio is around 996 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 490 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 1,593 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 56.37%, with male literacy at about 65.77% and female literacy near 46.93%. There are around 885 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Palakkollai's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
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Total Population | 4,018 | 2,013 | 2,005 |
Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 490 | 251 | 239 |
Scheduled Castes (SC) | 1,593 | 794 | 799 |
Scheduled Tribes (ST) | N/A | N/A | N/A |
Literate Population | 2,265 | 1,324 | 941 |
Illiterate Population | 1,753 | 689 | 1,064 |
Connectivity of Palakkollai
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Palakkollai. As per the 2011 stats, Palakkollai had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
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Public Bus Service | Available within <5 km distance |
Private Bus Service | Available within <5 km distance |
Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Palakkollai
Knowing the nearby villages of Palakkollai helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Palakkollai.
Frequently Asked Questions about Palakkollai
- Where is Palakkollai located?
- Palakkollai village is situated in Virudhachalam Taluka, within the Cuddalore district of Tamil Nadu, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Palakkollai?
- The Gram Panchayat of Palakkollai is Palakollai (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the pincode of Palakkollai?
- The pincode of Palakkollai is 606115, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Palakkollai as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Palakkollai is 4,018, with 2,013 males and 2,005 females.
- How many households are there in Palakkollai as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Palakkollai village has a total of 885 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Palakkollai as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Palakkollai is 56.37%. The male literacy rate is 65.77%, while the female literacy rate is 46.93%.