Kottaiyur
Kottaiyur is a village located in Denkanikottai taluka of Krishnagiri district in Tamil Nadu, India. It is situated 47km away from sub-district headquarter Denkanikottai (tehsildar office) and 123km away from district headquarter Krishnagiri. As per 2009 stats, Kottaiyur village is also a gram panchayat.
Here you can discover what makes Kottaiyur unique in its vibrant Denkanikottai-Krishnagiri region. You’ll see Kottaiyur’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 Kottaiyur
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Kottaiyur is 644085. The village spans a total geographical area of 2059.58 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 635102. Denkanikottai is nearest town to Kottaiyur village for all major economic activities.
Google Map of Kottaiyur
Population of Kottaiyur
According to the 2011 Census, Kottaiyur has a total population of about 6,340, with approximately 3,356 males and 2,984 females. The sex ratio is around 889 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 761 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 542 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 372. The overall literacy rate is approximately 39.73%, with male literacy at about 48.60% and female literacy near 29.76%. There are around 1,493 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Kottaiyur's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 6,340 | 3,356 | 2,984 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 761 | 405 | 356 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 542 | 284 | 258 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 372 | 195 | 177 |
| Literate Population | 2,519 | 1,631 | 888 |
| Illiterate Population | 3,821 | 1,725 | 2,096 |
Connectivity of Kottaiyur
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Kottaiyur. As per the 2011 stats, Kottaiyur 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 10+ km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Kottaiyur
Knowing the nearby villages of Kottaiyur helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Kottaiyur.
Frequently Asked Questions about Kottaiyur
- Where is Kottaiyur located?
- Kottaiyur village is situated in Denkanikottai Taluka, within the Krishnagiri district of Tamil Nadu, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Kottaiyur?
- Kottaiyur serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
- What is the pincode of Kottaiyur?
- The pincode of Kottaiyur is 635102, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Kottaiyur as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Kottaiyur is 6,340, with 3,356 males and 2,984 females.
- How many households are there in Kottaiyur as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Kottaiyur village has a total of 1,493 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Kottaiyur as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Kottaiyur is 39.73%. The male literacy rate is 48.60%, while the female literacy rate is 29.76%.