Palayamkottai - Athoor, Dindigul
Palayamkottai is a village situated in the Athoor taluka of Dindigul district, Tamil Nadu. It is located approximately 4 km from Attur and around 20 km from Dindigul. Palayankottai serves as the Gram Panchayat for Palayamkottai village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Palayamkottai is 635430. The village covers a total geographical area of 957.03 hectares and falls under the 624708 pincode. Sithayankottai is the nearest town.
Palayamkottai village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Athoor Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Dindigul Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Palayamkottai
As per Census 2011, Palayamkottai village has a total population of 3,750 people, consisting of 1,924 males and 1,826 females. The village has 1,092 households and a sex ratio of 949 females per 1,000 males. There are 359 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 2,385 literate and 1,365 illiterate residents. Additionally, 3,060 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Palayamkottai are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 3,750 | 1,924 | 1,826 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 359 | 199 | 160 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 3,060 | 1,564 | 1,496 |
| Literate Population | 2,385 | 1,402 | 983 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,365 | 522 | 843 |
Nearby Villages of Palayamkottai
Palayamkottai 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Pachamalayankottai | East | 2.41 km |
| Bodikamanvadi | West | 2.57 km |
| Sengattampatti R.f. | South | 3.54 km |
| Sengattampatti | South-West | 4.88 km |
| Jivalsaragu | North-East | 5.36 km |
| Jambudurai Kottai | South-East | 5.85 km |
| Paraipatti | North | 5.98 km |
| Kottur | South | 6.10 km |
| Chinnamanaickankottai | South-West | 6.48 km |
| Sitharevu | West | 7.09 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Palayamkottai
Palayamkottai is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Ambaturai, while the nearest airport is Tiruchirapally Civil Airport Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 82.3 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 Dindigul to Palayamkottai is about 20 km, with the usual travel time around 30-60 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Palayamkottai
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Palayamkottai village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Palayamkottai
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Palayamkottai village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | Yes | Available within village |
FAQs about Palayamkottai
Where is Palayamkottai located?
Palayamkottai village is located in Athoor Taluka, Dindigul district, Tamil Nadu, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Palayamkottai?
The Gram Panchayat of Palayamkottai is Palayankottai.
What is the pincode of Palayamkottai?
The pincode of Palayamkottai is 624708.
What is the population of Palayamkottai?
Palayamkottai has a total population of 3,750, including 1,924 males and 1,826 females.
How many households are there in Palayamkottai?
There are 1,092 households in Palayamkottai.
What is the literacy rate in Palayamkottai?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Palayamkottai is 63.60%. Male literacy is 72.87% and female literacy is 53.83%.