Idayakottai
Idayakottai is a village located in Oddanchatram taluka of Dindigul district in Tamil Nadu, India. It is situated 23km away from sub-district headquarter Oddanchatram (tehsildar office) and 33km away from district headquarter Dindigul. As per 2009 stats, Edayakottai is the gram panchayat of Idayakottai village.
Here you can discover what makes Idayakottai unique in its vibrant Oddanchatram-Dindigul region. You’ll see Idayakottai’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 Idayakottai
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Idayakottai is 635200. The village spans a total geographical area of 1800.22 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 624704. Oddanchatram is nearest town to Idayakottai village for all major economic activities.
Google Map of Idayakottai
Population of Idayakottai
According to the 2011 Census, Idayakottai has a total population of about 4,222, with approximately 2,133 males and 2,089 females. The sex ratio is around 979 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 353 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 873 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 5. The overall literacy rate is approximately 69.92%, with male literacy at about 77.36% and female literacy near 62.33%. There are around 1,147 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Idayakottai's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 4,222 | 2,133 | 2,089 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 353 | 186 | 167 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 873 | 452 | 421 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 5 | 3 | 2 |
| Literate Population | 2,952 | 1,650 | 1,302 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,270 | 483 | 787 |
Connectivity of Idayakottai
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Idayakottai. As per the 2011 stats, Idayakottai 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 village |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Idayakottai
Knowing the nearby villages of Idayakottai helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Idayakottai.
Frequently Asked Questions about Idayakottai
- Where is Idayakottai located?
- Idayakottai village is situated in Oddanchatram Taluka, within the Dindigul district of Tamil Nadu, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Idayakottai?
- The Gram Panchayat of Idayakottai is Edayakottai (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the pincode of Idayakottai?
- The pincode of Idayakottai is 624704, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Idayakottai as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Idayakottai is 4,222, with 2,133 males and 2,089 females.
- How many households are there in Idayakottai as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Idayakottai village has a total of 1,147 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Idayakottai as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Idayakottai is 69.92%. The male literacy rate is 77.36%, while the female literacy rate is 62.33%.