Palakkollai Village Overview
Palakkollai is a village in Virudhachalam tehsil of Cuddalore district, Tamil Nadu. It lies about 22 km from Virudhachalam tehsil headquarters and around 82 km from Cuddalore district headquarters. As per available records (2009), Palakollai is the Gram Panchayat for Palakkollai village.
The sections below provide essential information about Palakkollai village, including population details, literacy levels, households, children, caste data, area, pincode, local administration, nearby villages, and transport connectivity.
Village Location & Administration
As per Census 2011, the village code of Palakkollai is 637085. The village covers a geographical area of 755.15 hectares and has a pincode of 606115. Ulundurpettai is the nearest town.
Location Map of Palakkollai
Population & Demographics of Palakkollai
This section provides population and demographic details of Palakkollai village as per Census 2011, including gender-wise and social category-wise data.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| 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 |
Key population details of Palakkollai village are given below:
- Palakkollai village is a well-populated village with a total population of around 4,018, including approximately 2,013 males and 2,005 females, with a sex ratio of 996 females per 1,000 males.
- The number of children aged 0–6 years in the village is relatively low.
- 1,593 residents belong to the Scheduled Castes (SC).
- The literacy level of Palakkollai village is moderate, with a literacy rate of about 56.37%.
- There are around 885 households in Palakkollai village.
Transport & Connectivity of Palakkollai
Transport facilities help residents of Palakkollai village travel to nearby towns for work, education, healthcare, and daily needs. The village has access to public bus service, private bus service and a railway station.
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| 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
The following villages are located close to Palakkollai and form part of its surrounding area. These nearby villages are commonly connected through local roads and are part of the day-to-day movement for residents.
Frequently Asked Questions about Palakkollai
- Where is Palakkollai located?
- Palakkollai village is located in Virudhachalam Taluka, Cuddalore district, Tamil Nadu, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Palakkollai?
- The Gram Panchayat of Palakkollai is Palakollai (as per available records from 2009).
- What is the pincode of Palakkollai?
- The pincode of Palakkollai is 606115.
- What is the population of Palakkollai?
- Palakkollai has a total population of 4,018, including 2,013 males and 2,005 females.
- How many households are there in Palakkollai?
- There are 885 households in Palakkollai.
- What is the literacy rate in Palakkollai?
- As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Palakkollai is 56.37%. Male literacy is 65.77% and female literacy is 46.93%.