Kottur - Nilakkottai, Dindigul
Kottur is a village situated in the Nilakkottai taluka of Dindigul district, Tamil Nadu. It is located approximately 5 km from the tehsil headquarters in Nilakkottai and around 25 km from the district headquarters in Dindigul. Kottur village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Kottur is 635452. The village covers a total geographical area of 1529.02 hectares and falls under the 624215 pincode.
Kottur village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Nilakkottai Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Dindigul Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Kottur
As per Census 2011, Kottur village has a total population of 9,263 people, consisting of 4,690 males and 4,573 females. The village has 2,322 households and a sex ratio of 975 females per 1,000 males. There are 1,038 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 5,941 literate and 3,322 illiterate residents. Additionally, 2,387 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 2 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Kottur are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 9,263 | 4,690 | 4,573 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 1,038 | 550 | 488 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 2,387 | 1,207 | 1,180 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 2 | 1 | 1 |
| Literate Population | 5,941 | 3,314 | 2,627 |
| Illiterate Population | 3,322 | 1,376 | 1,946 |
Nearby Villages of Kottur
Kottur 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Kodanginaickan Patti | South-West | 2.42 km |
| Nariyuthu | South-East | 2.95 km |
| Sengattampatti R.f. | North-West | 3.60 km |
| Chinnamanaickankottai | West | 3.92 km |
| Nilakkottai | South | 4.56 km |
| Nuthulapuram | West | 4.62 km |
| Jambudurai Kottai | North-East | 4.93 km |
| Silukkuvarpatti | South | 5.36 km |
| Sengattampatti | North-West | 5.67 km |
| Pachamalayankottai | North | 5.92 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Kottur
Kottur is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Kodaikanal Road, while the nearest airport is Tiruchirapally Civil Airport Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 84.1 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | Available within >10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. the road distance from Dindigul to Kottur is about 25 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 Kottur
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Kottur village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Kottur
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Kottur 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 Kottur
Where is Kottur located?
Kottur village is located in Nilakkottai Taluka, Dindigul district, Tamil Nadu, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Kottur?
Kottur is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Kottur?
The pincode of Kottur is 624215.
What is the population of Kottur?
Kottur has a total population of 9,263, including 4,690 males and 4,573 females.
How many households are there in Kottur?
There are 2,322 households in Kottur.
What is the literacy rate in Kottur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Kottur is 64.14%. Male literacy is 70.66% and female literacy is 57.45%.