Kottapatty - Harur, Dharmapuri
Kottapatty is a village situated in the Harur taluka of Dharmapuri district, Tamil Nadu. It is located approximately 35 km from the tehsil headquarters in Harur and around 85 km from the district headquarters in Dharmapuri. Kottapatti serves as the Gram Panchayat for Kottapatty village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Kottapatty is 643431. The village covers a total geographical area of 764.5 hectares and falls under the 636907 pincode. Harur is the nearest town.
Kottapatty village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Harur Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Dharmapuri Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Kottapatty
As per Census 2011, Kottapatty village has a total population of 3,609 people, consisting of 1,786 males and 1,823 females. The village has 1,009 households and a sex ratio of 1,020 females per 1,000 males. There are 373 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 2,069 literate and 1,540 illiterate residents. Additionally, 921 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 885 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Kottapatty are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 3,609 | 1,786 | 1,823 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 373 | 192 | 181 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 921 | 447 | 474 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 885 | 444 | 441 |
| Literate Population | 2,069 | 1,162 | 907 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,540 | 624 | 916 |
Nearby Villages of Kottapatty
Kottapatty is surrounded by several neighbouring villages in various directions. The table below lists these nearby villages along with their approximate aerial (straight-line) distances and directions from the village:
| Nearby Village | Direction | Approx. Distance (Aerial) |
|---|---|---|
| Sengandipatti | East | 1.10 km |
| Andipatty | South-East | 2.23 km |
| Mangalapatty | South | 2.34 km |
| Kottapatty R.f. | South-East | 3.22 km |
| Suramatham | South | 3.55 km |
| Akkarapatti | East | 4.14 km |
| Kottapatti Extension R.f. | South-West | 4.84 km |
| Naripalli | North | 4.94 km |
| Kulunthambinatham | South | 4.96 km |
| Bairnayakkampatty | North-West | 5.18 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Kottapatty
Kottapatty is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Morappur, while the nearest airport is Salem Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 52.8 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. the road distance from Dharmapuri to Kottapatty is about 85 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.4 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Kottapatty
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Kottapatty village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | Yes | Available within village |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Kottapatty
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Kottapatty village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Kottapatty
Where is Kottapatty located?
Kottapatty village is located in Harur Taluka, Dharmapuri district, Tamil Nadu, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Kottapatty?
The Gram Panchayat of Kottapatty is Kottapatti.
What is the pincode of Kottapatty?
The pincode of Kottapatty is 636907.
What is the population of Kottapatty?
Kottapatty has a total population of 3,609, including 1,786 males and 1,823 females.
How many households are there in Kottapatty?
There are 1,009 households in Kottapatty.
What is the literacy rate in Kottapatty?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Kottapatty is 57.33%. Male literacy is 65.06% and female literacy is 49.75%.