Kolathupalayam
Kolathupalayam is a village located in Erode taluka of Erode district in Tamil Nadu, India. It is situated 36km away from Erode, which is both district & sub-district headquarter of Kolathupalayam village. As per 2009 stats, Kolathupalayam village is also a gram panchayat.
Here you can discover what makes Kolathupalayam unique in its vibrant Erode region. You’ll see Kolathupalayam’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 Kolathupalayam
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Kolathupalayam is 635063. The village spans a total geographical area of 951.81 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 638152. Unjalur is nearest town to Kolathupalayam village for all major economic activities.
When it comes to local governance, Kolathupalayam village is administered by a Sarpanch, the elected head of the village, in accordance with the Constitution of India and the Panchayati Raj Act. The village falls under the Modakurichi Vidhan Sabha constituency for state-level representation and the Erode Lok Sabha constituency for national parliamentary elections. The local administration is responsible for civic services and development within the village.
Google Map of Kolathupalayam
Population of Kolathupalayam
According to the 2011 Census, Kolathupalayam has a total population of about 5,605, with approximately 2,746 males and 2,859 females. The sex ratio is around 1041 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 362 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 1,447 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 65.96%, with male literacy at about 75.13% and female literacy near 57.15%. There are around 1,771 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Kolathupalayam's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 5,605 | 2,746 | 2,859 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 362 | 184 | 178 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 1,447 | 698 | 749 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Literate Population | 3,697 | 2,063 | 1,634 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,908 | 683 | 1,225 |
Connectivity of Kolathupalayam
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Kolathupalayam. As per the 2011 stats, Kolathupalayam 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 5 - 10 km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within <5 km distance |
Nearby Villages of Kolathupalayam
Knowing the nearby villages of Kolathupalayam helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Kolathupalayam.
Frequently Asked Questions about Kolathupalayam
- Where is Kolathupalayam located?
- Kolathupalayam village is situated in Erode Taluka, within the Erode district of Tamil Nadu, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Kolathupalayam?
- Kolathupalayam serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
- What is the pincode of Kolathupalayam?
- The pincode of Kolathupalayam is 638152, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Kolathupalayam as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Kolathupalayam is 5,605, with 2,746 males and 2,859 females.
- How many households are there in Kolathupalayam as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Kolathupalayam village has a total of 1,771 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Kolathupalayam as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Kolathupalayam is 65.96%. The male literacy rate is 75.13%, while the female literacy rate is 57.15%.