Sottavanam
Sottavanam is a village located in Virudhachalam taluka of Cuddalore district in Tamil Nadu, India. It is situated 8km away from sub-district headquarter Virudhachalam (tehsildar office) and 68km away from district headquarter Cuddalore. As per 2009 stats, Ko Athanur is the gram panchayat of Sottavanam village.
Sottavanam has its own place in the vibrant Cuddalore region. In the following sections, you’ll find details about population, literacy, households, children, caste data, area, pincode, local governance, nearby villages, connectivity, and more.
About Sottavanam
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Sottavanam is 637184. The village spans a total geographical area of 133.33 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 606001. Virudhachalam is nearest town to Sottavanam village for all major economic activities.
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Population of Sottavanam
Below is a concise population overview of Sottavanam as per the Census 2011 data. The table highlights the key population metrics categorized by gender and social groups.
Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
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Total Population | 959 | 467 | 492 |
Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 93 | 51 | 42 |
Scheduled Castes (SC) | 189 | 98 | 91 |
Scheduled Tribes (ST) | N/A | N/A | N/A |
Literate Population | 630 | 338 | 292 |
Illiterate Population | 329 | 129 | 200 |
Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Sottavanam village:
- The total population of Sottavanam village is around 959, including approximately 467 males and 492 females, with a sex ratio of 1053 females per 1,000 males.
- There are about 93 children aged 0–6 years in Sottavanam village, reflecting the young population in the village.
- Sottavanam village has 189 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC).
- The literacy rate of Sottavanam village is about 65.69%, with male literacy at 72.38% and female literacy at 59.35%.
- There are around 238 households in Sottavanam village.
Connectivity of Sottavanam
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Sottavanam. As per the 2011 stats, Sottavanam 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 - 10 km distance |
Private Bus Service | Available within village |
Railway Station | Available within 5 - 10 km distance |
Nearby Villages of Sottavanam
Knowing the nearby villages of Sottavanam helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Sottavanam.
Frequently Asked Questions about Sottavanam
- Where is Sottavanam located?
- Sottavanam village is situated in Virudhachalam Taluka, within the Cuddalore district of Tamil Nadu, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Sottavanam?
- The Gram Panchayat of Sottavanam is Ko Athanur (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the pincode of Sottavanam?
- The pincode of Sottavanam is 606001, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Sottavanam as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Sottavanam is 959, with 467 males and 492 females.
- How many households are there in Sottavanam as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Sottavanam village has a total of 238 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Sottavanam as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Sottavanam is 65.69%. The male literacy rate is 72.38%, while the female literacy rate is 59.35%.