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
According to the 2011 Census, Palayamkottai village had a total population of 3,750 people, including 1,924 males and 1,826 females, living in 1,092 households. The sex ratio was 949 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 70.33%, with male literacy at 81.28% and female literacy at 59.00%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 3,060.
The table below presents a detailed demographic breakdown of the village, including separate male and female figures for each population category.
| 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 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 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 had a total population of 3,750, including 1,924 males and 1,826 females.
How many households are there in Palayamkottai?
Palayamkottai had 1,092 households.
What is the literacy rate in Palayamkottai?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Palayamkottai was 70.33%. Male literacy was 81.28% and female literacy was 59.00%.