Sothupalai
Sothupalai is a village located in Gandarvakkottai taluka of Pudukkottai district in Tamil Nadu, India. It is situated 15km away from sub-district headquarter Kovilur (tehsildar office) and 40km away from district headquarter Pudukkottai. As per 2009 stats, Sothupallai is the gram panchayat of Sothupalai village.
Here you can discover what makes Sothupalai unique in its vibrant Gandarvakkottai-Pudukkottai region. You’ll see Sothupalai’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 Sothupalai
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Sothupalai is 639397. The village spans a total geographical area of 701.28 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 622203. Vallam is nearest town to Sothupalai village for all major economic activities.
When it comes to local governance, Sothupalai village is administered by a Sarpanch, the elected head of the village, in accordance with the Constitution of India and the Panchayati Raj Act. The village falls under the Pudukkottai Vidhan Sabha constituency for state-level representation and the Tiruchirappalli Lok Sabha constituency for national parliamentary elections. The local administration is responsible for civic services and development within the village.
Google Map of Sothupalai
Population of Sothupalai
According to the 2011 Census, Sothupalai has a total population of about 1,202, with approximately 603 males and 599 females. The sex ratio is around 993 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 137 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 242 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 59.40%, with male literacy at about 69.82% and female literacy near 48.91%. There are around 263 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Sothupalai's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,202 | 603 | 599 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 137 | 68 | 69 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 242 | 130 | 112 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Literate Population | 714 | 421 | 293 |
| Illiterate Population | 488 | 182 | 306 |
Connectivity of Sothupalai
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Sothupalai. As per the 2011 stats, Sothupalai 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 Sothupalai
Knowing the nearby villages of Sothupalai helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Sothupalai.
Frequently Asked Questions about Sothupalai
- Where is Sothupalai located?
- Sothupalai village is situated in Gandarvakkottai Taluka, within the Pudukkottai district of Tamil Nadu, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Sothupalai?
- The Gram Panchayat of Sothupalai is Sothupallai (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the pincode of Sothupalai?
- The pincode of Sothupalai is 622203, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Sothupalai as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Sothupalai is 1,202, with 603 males and 599 females.
- How many households are there in Sothupalai as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Sothupalai village has a total of 263 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Sothupalai as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Sothupalai is 59.40%. The male literacy rate is 69.82%, while the female literacy rate is 48.91%.