Kookkal - Kodaikanal, Dindigul
Kookkal is a village situated in the Kodaikanal taluka of Dindigul district, Tamil Nadu. It is located approximately 30 km from the tehsil headquarters in Kodaikanal and around 100 km from the district headquarters in Dindigul. Kookal serves as the Gram Panchayat for Kookkal village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Kookkal is 635434. The village covers a total geographical area of 3805.89 hectares and falls under the 624103 pincode. Kodaikanal is the nearest town.
Kookkal village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Palani Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Dindigul Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Kookkal
As per Census 2011, Kookkal village has a total population of 7,024 people, consisting of 3,569 males and 3,455 females. The village has 1,811 households and a sex ratio of 968 females per 1,000 males. There are 817 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 4,476 literate and 2,548 illiterate residents. Additionally, 2,214 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 112 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Kookkal are given below:
| Category | 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 |
Nearby Villages of Kookkal
Kookkal is surrounded by several nearby villages in its surroundings. These villages are part of the local area and are commonly connected through local routes and daily movement of people.
Transport and Connectivity of Kookkal
Kookkal is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. the road distance from Dindigul to Kookkal is about 100 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.9 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Kookkal
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Kookkal village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Kookkal
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Kookkal village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Kookkal
Where is Kookkal located?
Kookkal village is located in Kodaikanal Taluka, Dindigul district, Tamil Nadu, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Kookkal?
The Gram Panchayat of Kookkal is Kookal.
What is the pincode of Kookkal?
The pincode of Kookkal is 624103.
What is the population of Kookkal?
Kookkal has a total population of 7,024, including 3,569 males and 3,455 females.
How many households are there in Kookkal?
There are 1,811 households in Kookkal.
What is the literacy rate in Kookkal?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Kookkal is 63.72%. Male literacy is 70.72% and female literacy is 56.50%.