Kottavakkam
Kottavakkam is a village located in Kancheepuram taluka of Kancheepuram district in Tamil Nadu, India. Kancheepuram is the district & sub-district headquarter of Kottavakkam village. As per 2009 stats, Kottavakkam village is also a gram panchayat.
Here you can discover what makes Kottavakkam unique in its vibrant Kancheepuram region. You’ll see Kottavakkam’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 Kottavakkam
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Kottavakkam is 629587. The village spans a total geographical area of 374.58 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 631552. Kancheepuram is nearest town to Kottavakkam village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 16km away.
Google Map of Kottavakkam
Population of Kottavakkam
According to the 2011 Census, Kottavakkam has a total population of about 1,784, with approximately 897 males and 887 females. The sex ratio is around 988 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 215 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 489 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 58.41%, with male literacy at about 68.90% and female literacy near 47.80%. There are around 437 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Kottavakkam's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,784 | 897 | 887 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 215 | 116 | 99 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 489 | 249 | 240 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Literate Population | 1,042 | 618 | 424 |
| Illiterate Population | 742 | 279 | 463 |
Connectivity of Kottavakkam
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Kottavakkam. As per the 2011 stats, Kottavakkam had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within 2 km distance |
| Private Bus Service | Available within village |
| Railway Station | Available within 5 km distance |
Nearby Villages of Kottavakkam
Knowing the nearby villages of Kottavakkam helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Kottavakkam.
Frequently Asked Questions about Kottavakkam
- Where is Kottavakkam located?
- Kottavakkam village is situated in Kancheepuram Taluka, within the Kancheepuram district of Tamil Nadu, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Kottavakkam?
- Kottavakkam serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
- What is the pincode of Kottavakkam?
- The pincode of Kottavakkam is 631552, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Kottavakkam as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Kottavakkam is 1,784, with 897 males and 887 females.
- How many households are there in Kottavakkam as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Kottavakkam village has a total of 437 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Kottavakkam as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Kottavakkam is 58.41%. The male literacy rate is 68.90%, while the female literacy rate is 47.80%.