Kottur
About Kottur
According to Census 2011 information the location code or village code of Kottur village is 644055. Kottur village is located in Denkanikottai taluka of Krishnagiri district in Tamil Nadu, India. It is situated 8km away from sub-district headquarter Denkanikottai (tehsildar office) and 78km away from district headquarter Krishnagiri. As per 2009 stats, Kandaganapalli is the gram panchayat of Kottur village.
The total geographical area of village is 1034.59 hectares. Kottur has a total population of 2,712 peoples, out of which male population is 1,415 while female population is 1,297. This results in a sex ratio of approximately 916 females for every 1,000 males. Literacy rate of kottur village is 56.56% out of which 63.89% males and 48.57% females are literate. There are about 637 houses in kottur village. Pincode of kottur village locality is 635107.
When it comes to administration, Kottur village is governed by a Sarpanch, who is an elected representative (Head of Village) chosen through local elections, as per the Constitution of India and the Panchayati Raj Act. As per 2019 stats, Kottur village comes under Thalli Vidhan Sabha constituency & Krishnagiri Lok Sabha constituency. Denkanikottai is nearest town to kottur village for all major economic activities.
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Population of Kottur
The population details of Kottur cover important figures like total population, male and female population, children aged 0–6 years, and the number of literate and illiterate people. It also shows how many residents belong to Scheduled Castes and Scheduled Tribes. These details help in understanding the village structure, education level, and community groups.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,712 | 1,415 | 1,297 |
| Child Population (Age 0–6) | 252 | 148 | 104 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) Population | 458 | 248 | 210 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) Population | 6 | 4 | 2 |
| Literate Population | 1,534 | 904 | 630 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,178 | 511 | 667 |
Connectivity of Kottur
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Available within village |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Kottur
Where is Kottur located?
Kottur village is situated in Denkanikottai Taluka, within the Krishnagiri district of Tamil Nadu, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Kottur?
The Gram Panchayat of Kottur is Kandaganapalli (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
What is the pincode of Kottur?
The pincode of Kottur is 635107, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
What is the population of Kottur as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Kottur is 2,712, with 1,415 males and 1,297 females.
How many households are there in Kottur as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Kottur village has a total of 637 households.
What is the literacy rate in Kottur as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Kottur is 56.56%. The male literacy rate is 63.89%, while the female literacy rate is 48.57%.