Kilakottai
Kilakottai is a village located in Attur taluka of Dindigul district in Tamil Nadu, India. It is situated 10km away from sub-district headquarter Attur (tehsildar office) and 10km away from district headquarter Dindigul. As per 2009 stats, Gandhigramam is the gram panchayat of Kilakottai village.
Here you can discover what makes Kilakottai unique in its vibrant Attur-Dindigul region. You’ll see Kilakottai’s rich profile with demographics like population, households, literacy, sex ratio, kids, castes etc., geographical details like satellite map, area, pincode, plus local governance through gram panchayat, broader constituencies, nearby villages, connectivity, and answers to common questions.
About Kilakottai
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Kilakottai is 635427. The village spans a total geographical area of 1259.83 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 624302. Chinnalapatti is nearest town to Kilakottai village for all major economic activities.
Google Map of Kilakottai
Population of Kilakottai
According to the 2011 Census, Kilakottai has a total population of about 8,922, with approximately 4,300 males and 4,622 females. The sex ratio is around 1074 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 800 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 1,281 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 15. The overall literacy rate is approximately 77.43%, with male literacy at about 81.58% and female literacy near 73.56%. There are around 1,985 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Kilakottai's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 8,922 | 4,300 | 4,622 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 800 | 385 | 415 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 1,281 | 541 | 740 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 15 | 4 | 11 |
| Literate Population | 6,908 | 3,508 | 3,400 |
| Illiterate Population | 2,014 | 792 | 1,222 |
Connectivity of Kilakottai
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Kilakottai. As per the 2011 stats, Kilakottai had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Available within <5 km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within village |
Nearby Villages of Kilakottai
Knowing the nearby villages of Kilakottai helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Kilakottai.
Frequently Asked Questions about Kilakottai
- Where is Kilakottai located?
- Kilakottai village is situated in Attur Taluka, within the Dindigul district of Tamil Nadu, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Kilakottai?
- The Gram Panchayat of Kilakottai is Gandhigramam (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the pincode of Kilakottai?
- The pincode of Kilakottai is 624302, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Kilakottai as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Kilakottai is 8,922, with 4,300 males and 4,622 females.
- How many households are there in Kilakottai as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Kilakottai village has a total of 1,985 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Kilakottai as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Kilakottai is 77.43%. The male literacy rate is 81.58%, while the female literacy rate is 73.56%.