Kothayam

Kothayam is a village located in Oddanchatram taluka of Dindigul district in Tamil Nadu, India. It is situated 26km away from sub-district headquarter Oddanchatram (tehsildar office) and 50km away from district headquarter Dindigul. As per 2009 stats, Kothaiyam is the gram panchayat of Kothayam village.

Kothayam has its own place in the vibrant Dindigul region. In the following sections, you’ll find details about population, literacy, households, children, caste data, area, pincode, local governance, nearby villages, connectivity, and more.

About Kothayam

According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Kothayam is 635193. The village spans a total geographical area of 2124.65 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 624614. Palani is nearest town to Kothayam village for all major economic activities.

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Population of Kothayam

Below is a concise population overview of Kothayam as per the Census 2011 data. The table highlights the key population metrics categorized by gender and social groups.

ParticularsTotalMaleFemale
Total Population 3,569 1,798 1,771
Child Population (0–6 yrs) 268 124 144
Scheduled Castes (SC) 991 499 492
Scheduled Tribes (ST) N/A N/A N/A
Literate Population 2,229 1,278 951
Illiterate Population 1,340 520 820

Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Kothayam village:

  • The total population of Kothayam village is around 3,569, including approximately 1,798 males and 1,771 females, with a sex ratio of 984 females per 1,000 males.
  • There are about 268 children aged 0–6 years in Kothayam village, reflecting the young population in the village.
  • Kothayam village has 991 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC).
  • The literacy rate of Kothayam village is about 62.45%, with male literacy at 71.08% and female literacy at 53.70%.
  • There are around 1,089 households in Kothayam village.

Connectivity of Kothayam

Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Kothayam. As per the 2011 stats, Kothayam 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 Kothayam

Knowing the nearby villages of Kothayam helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Kothayam.

Kariyampatti Kallimandayam Porulur Appipalayam Pungamuthur Sikkamanaickenpatti Pottikampatti Mandavadi Navakani Odaipatty Kuthiluppai

Frequently Asked Questions about Kothayam

Where is Kothayam located?
Kothayam village is situated in Oddanchatram Taluka, within the Dindigul district of Tamil Nadu, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Kothayam?
The Gram Panchayat of Kothayam is Kothaiyam (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
What is the pincode of Kothayam?
The pincode of Kothayam is 624614, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
What is the population of Kothayam as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Kothayam is 3,569, with 1,798 males and 1,771 females.
How many households are there in Kothayam as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Kothayam village has a total of 1,089 households.
What is the literacy rate in Kothayam as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Kothayam is 62.45%. The male literacy rate is 71.08%, while the female literacy rate is 53.70%.