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.
Kolathur has its own place in the vibrant Kancheepuram 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 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.
Google Map of Kolathur
Population of Kolathur
Below is a concise population overview of Kolathur as per the Census 2011 data. The table highlights the key population metrics categorized by gender and social groups.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| 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 |
Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Kolathur village:
- The total population of Kolathur village is around 1,774, including approximately 913 males and 861 females, with a sex ratio of 943 females per 1,000 males.
- There are about 230 children aged 0–6 years in Kolathur village, reflecting the young population in the village.
- Kolathur village has 281 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC) and 11 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
- The literacy rate of Kolathur village is about 67.87%, with male literacy at 74.26% and female literacy at 61.09%.
- There are around 447 households in Kolathur village.
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%.