Kottagudi
Kottagudi is a village located in Melur taluka of Madurai district in Tamil Nadu, India. It is situated 10km away from sub-district headquarter Melur (tehsildar office) and 30km away from district headquarter Madurai. As per 2009 stats, Kottakudi is the gram panchayat of Kottagudi village.
Here you can discover what makes Kottagudi unique in its vibrant Melur-Madurai region. You’ll see Kottagudi’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 Kottagudi
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Kottagudi is 640542. The village spans a total geographical area of 1330.39 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 625106. Melur is nearest town to Kottagudi village for all major economic activities.
Google Map of Kottagudi
Population of Kottagudi
According to the 2011 Census, Kottagudi has a total population of about 3,272, with approximately 1,593 males and 1,679 females. The sex ratio is around 1053 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 358 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 308 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 59.75%, with male literacy at about 69.68% and female literacy near 50.33%. There are around 910 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Kottagudi's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 3,272 | 1,593 | 1,679 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 358 | 192 | 166 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 308 | 152 | 156 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Literate Population | 1,955 | 1,110 | 845 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,317 | 483 | 834 |
Connectivity of Kottagudi
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Kottagudi. As per the 2011 stats, Kottagudi 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 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Kottagudi
Knowing the nearby villages of Kottagudi helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Kottagudi.
Frequently Asked Questions about Kottagudi
- Where is Kottagudi located?
- Kottagudi village is situated in Melur Taluka, within the Madurai district of Tamil Nadu, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Kottagudi?
- The Gram Panchayat of Kottagudi is Kottakudi (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the pincode of Kottagudi?
- The pincode of Kottagudi is 625106, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Kottagudi as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Kottagudi is 3,272, with 1,593 males and 1,679 females.
- How many households are there in Kottagudi as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Kottagudi village has a total of 910 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Kottagudi as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Kottagudi is 59.75%. The male literacy rate is 69.68%, while the female literacy rate is 50.33%.