Kottathurai
Kottathurai is a village located in Palani taluka of Dindigul district in Tamil Nadu, India. It is situated 20km away from sub-district headquarter Palani (tehsildar office) and 86km away from district headquarter Dindigul. As per 2009 stats, Kottathurai village is also a gram panchayat.
Here you can discover what makes Kottathurai unique in its vibrant Palani-Dindigul region. You’ll see Kottathurai’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 Kottathurai
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Kottathurai is 635122. The village spans a total geographical area of 1844.02 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 624617. Keeranur is nearest town to Kottathurai village for all major economic activities.
Google Map of Kottathurai
Population of Kottathurai
According to the 2011 Census, Kottathurai has a total population of about 3,342, with approximately 1,643 males and 1,699 females. The sex ratio is around 1034 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 268 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 691 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. Information about the Scheduled Tribes (ST) population is not available. The overall literacy rate is approximately 62.57%, with male literacy at about 73.34% and female literacy near 52.15%. There are around 1,015 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Kottathurai's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 3,342 | 1,643 | 1,699 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 268 | 140 | 128 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 691 | 346 | 345 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Literate Population | 2,091 | 1,205 | 886 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,251 | 438 | 813 |
Connectivity of Kottathurai
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Kottathurai. As per the 2011 stats, Kottathurai 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 Kottathurai
Knowing the nearby villages of Kottathurai helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Kottathurai.
Frequently Asked Questions about Kottathurai
- Where is Kottathurai located?
- Kottathurai village is situated in Palani Taluka, within the Dindigul district of Tamil Nadu, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Kottathurai?
- Kottathurai serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
- What is the pincode of Kottathurai?
- The pincode of Kottathurai is 624617, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Kottathurai as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Kottathurai is 3,342, with 1,643 males and 1,699 females.
- How many households are there in Kottathurai as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Kottathurai village has a total of 1,015 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Kottathurai as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Kottathurai is 62.57%. The male literacy rate is 73.34%, while the female literacy rate is 52.15%.