Koothampoondi - Tiruchengode, Namakkal
Koothampoondi is a village situated in the Tiruchengode taluka of Namakkal district, Tamil Nadu. It is located approximately 15 km from the tehsil headquarters in Tiruchengode and around 20 km from the district headquarters in Namakkal. Koothampoondi village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Koothampoondi is 634462. The village covers a total geographical area of 953.59 hectares and falls under the 637202 pincode. Tiruchengode is the nearest town.
Koothampoondi village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Paramathi-velur Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Namakkal Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Koothampoondi
As per Census 2011, Koothampoondi village has a total population of 3,402 people, consisting of 1,823 males and 1,579 females. The village has 883 households and a sex ratio of 866 females per 1,000 males. There are 248 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 2,424 literate and 978 illiterate residents. Additionally, 956 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 5 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Koothampoondi are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 3,402 | 1,823 | 1,579 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 248 | 130 | 118 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 956 | 498 | 458 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 5 | 3 | 2 |
| Literate Population | 2,424 | 1,443 | 981 |
| Illiterate Population | 978 | 380 | 598 |
Nearby Villages of Koothampoondi
Koothampoondi is surrounded by several nearby villages in its surroundings. These villages are part of the local area and are commonly connected through local routes and daily movement of people.
Transport and Connectivity of Koothampoondi
Public transport in the Koothampoondi is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is located within >10 km of Koothampoondi.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | Available within >10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. the road distance from Namakkal to Koothampoondi is about 20 km, with the usual travel time around 30-60 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Koothampoondi
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Koothampoondi village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | Yes | Available within village |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Koothampoondi
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Koothampoondi village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within <1 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | Yes | Available within village |
FAQs about Koothampoondi
Where is Koothampoondi located?
Koothampoondi village is located in Tiruchengode Taluka, Namakkal district, Tamil Nadu, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Koothampoondi?
Koothampoondi is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Koothampoondi?
The pincode of Koothampoondi is 637202.
What is the population of Koothampoondi?
Koothampoondi has a total population of 3,402, including 1,823 males and 1,579 females.
How many households are there in Koothampoondi?
There are 883 households in Koothampoondi.
What is the literacy rate in Koothampoondi?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Koothampoondi is 71.25%. Male literacy is 79.16% and female literacy is 62.13%.