Kottarai
Kottarai is a village located in Kunnam taluka of Perambalur district in Tamil Nadu, India. It is situated 8km away from sub-district headquarter Kunnam (tehsildar office) and 18km away from district headquarter Perambalur. As per 2009 stats, Kurumbapalayam is the gram panchayat of Kottarai village.
Here you can discover what makes Kottarai unique in its vibrant Kunnam-Perambalur region. You’ll see Kottarai’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 Kottarai
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Kottarai is 636269. The village spans a total geographical area of 1217.39 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 621708. Ariyalur is nearest town to Kottarai village for all major economic activities.
Google Map of Kottarai
Population of Kottarai
According to the 2011 Census, Kottarai has a total population of about 2,329, with approximately 1,237 males and 1,092 females. The sex ratio is around 882 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 233 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 484 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 61.36%, with male literacy at about 70.33% and female literacy near 51.19%. There are around 611 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Kottarai's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,329 | 1,237 | 1,092 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 233 | 129 | 104 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 484 | 246 | 238 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Literate Population | 1,429 | 870 | 559 |
| Illiterate Population | 900 | 367 | 533 |
Connectivity of Kottarai
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Kottarai. As per the 2011 stats, Kottarai 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 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Kottarai
Knowing the nearby villages of Kottarai helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Kottarai.
Frequently Asked Questions about Kottarai
- Where is Kottarai located?
- Kottarai village is situated in Kunnam Taluka, within the Perambalur district of Tamil Nadu, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Kottarai?
- The Gram Panchayat of Kottarai is Kurumbapalayam (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the pincode of Kottarai?
- The pincode of Kottarai is 621708, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Kottarai as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Kottarai is 2,329, with 1,237 males and 1,092 females.
- How many households are there in Kottarai as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Kottarai village has a total of 611 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Kottarai as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Kottarai is 61.36%. The male literacy rate is 70.33%, while the female literacy rate is 51.19%.