Kookkal
Kookkal is a village located in Kodaikanal taluka of Dindigul district in Tamil Nadu, India. It is situated 30km away from sub-district headquarter Kodaikanal (tehsildar office) and 100km away from district headquarter Dindigul. As per 2009 stats, Kookal is the gram panchayat of Kookkal village.
Here you can discover what makes Kookkal unique in its vibrant Kodaikanal-Dindigul region. You’ll see Kookkal’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 Kookkal
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Kookkal is 635434. The village spans a total geographical area of 3805.89 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 624103. Kodaikanal is nearest town to Kookkal village for all major economic activities.
Google Map of Kookkal
Population of Kookkal
According to the 2011 Census, Kookkal has a total population of about 7,024, with approximately 3,569 males and 3,455 females. The sex ratio is around 968 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 817 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 2,214 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 112. The overall literacy rate is approximately 63.72%, with male literacy at about 70.72% and female literacy near 56.50%. There are around 1,811 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Kookkal's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 7,024 | 3,569 | 3,455 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 817 | 428 | 389 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 2,214 | 1,105 | 1,109 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 112 | 57 | 55 |
| Literate Population | 4,476 | 2,524 | 1,952 |
| Illiterate Population | 2,548 | 1,045 | 1,503 |
Connectivity of Kookkal
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Kookkal. As per the 2011 stats, Kookkal 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 10+ km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Kookkal
Knowing the nearby villages of Kookkal helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Kookkal.
Frequently Asked Questions about Kookkal
- Where is Kookkal located?
- Kookkal village is situated in Kodaikanal Taluka, within the Dindigul district of Tamil Nadu, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Kookkal?
- The Gram Panchayat of Kookkal is Kookal (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the pincode of Kookkal?
- The pincode of Kookkal is 624103, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Kookkal as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Kookkal is 7,024, with 3,569 males and 3,455 females.
- How many households are there in Kookkal as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Kookkal village has a total of 1,811 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Kookkal as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Kookkal is 63.72%. The male literacy rate is 70.72%, while the female literacy rate is 56.50%.