Kokkur
Kokkur is a village located in Kuthalam taluka of Nagapattinam district in Tamil Nadu, India. It is situated 5km away from sub-district headquarter Kuthalam (tehsildar office) and 55km away from district headquarter Nagapattinam. As per 2009 stats, Kokkur village is also a gram panchayat.
Here you can discover what makes Kokkur unique in its vibrant Kuthalam-Nagapattinam region. You’ll see Kokkur’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 Kokkur
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Kokkur is 637520. The village spans a total geographical area of 275.76 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 609801. Kuthalam is nearest town to Kokkur village for all major economic activities.
Google Map of Kokkur
Population of Kokkur
According to the 2011 Census, Kokkur has a total population of about 1,687, with approximately 853 males and 834 females. The sex ratio is around 977 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 159 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 973 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 71.01%, with male literacy at about 79.37% and female literacy near 62.47%. There are around 432 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Kokkur's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,687 | 853 | 834 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 159 | 74 | 85 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 973 | 480 | 493 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Literate Population | 1,198 | 677 | 521 |
| Illiterate Population | 489 | 176 | 313 |
Connectivity of Kokkur
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Kokkur. As per the 2011 stats, Kokkur 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 village |
| Railway Station | Available within 5 - 10 km distance |
Nearby Villages of Kokkur
Knowing the nearby villages of Kokkur helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Kokkur.
Frequently Asked Questions about Kokkur
- Where is Kokkur located?
- Kokkur village is situated in Kuthalam Taluka, within the Nagapattinam district of Tamil Nadu, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Kokkur?
- Kokkur serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
- What is the pincode of Kokkur?
- The pincode of Kokkur is 609801, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Kokkur as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Kokkur is 1,687, with 853 males and 834 females.
- How many households are there in Kokkur as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Kokkur village has a total of 432 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Kokkur as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Kokkur is 71.01%. The male literacy rate is 79.37%, while the female literacy rate is 62.47%.