Kolathur

Kolathur is a village located in Chengalpattu taluka of Kancheepuram district in Tamil Nadu, India. Kancheepuram and Chengalpattu are the district & sub-district headquarters of Kolathur village respectively. As per 2009 stats, Kolathur village is also a gram panchayat.

Here you can discover what makes Kolathur unique in its vibrant Chengalpattu-Kancheepuram region. You’ll see Kolathur’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 Kolathur

According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Kolathur is 629420. The village spans a total geographical area of 1168.86 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 600127. Thiruporur is nearest town to Kolathur village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 15km away.

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Population of Kolathur

According to the 2011 Census, Kolathur has a total population of about 1,774, with approximately 913 males and 861 females. The sex ratio is around 943 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 230 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 281 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 11. The overall literacy rate is approximately 67.87%, with male literacy at about 74.26% and female literacy near 61.09%. There are around 447 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Kolathur's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.

ParticularsTotalMaleFemale
Total Population 1,774 913 861
Child Population (0–6 yrs) 230 129 101
Scheduled Castes (SC) 281 138 143
Scheduled Tribes (ST) 11 5 6
Literate Population 1,204 678 526
Illiterate Population 570 235 335

Connectivity of Kolathur

Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Kolathur. As per the 2011 stats, Kolathur 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 km distance
Railway Station Available within 20 km distance

Nearby Villages of Kolathur

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

Frequently Asked Questions about Kolathur

Where is Kolathur located?
Kolathur village is situated in Chengalpattu Taluka, within the Kancheepuram district of Tamil Nadu, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Kolathur?
Kolathur serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
What is the pincode of Kolathur?
The pincode of Kolathur is 600127, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
What is the population of Kolathur as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Kolathur is 1,774, with 913 males and 861 females.
How many households are there in Kolathur as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Kolathur village has a total of 447 households.
What is the literacy rate in Kolathur as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Kolathur is 67.87%. The male literacy rate is 74.26%, while the female literacy rate is 61.09%.