Kottur - Thirumayam, Pudukkottai
Kottur is a village situated in the Thirumayam taluka of Pudukkottai district, Tamil Nadu. It is located approximately 13 km from the tehsil headquarters in Thirumayam and around 16 km from the district headquarters in Pudukkottai. Kottur village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Kottur is 639455. The village covers a total geographical area of 904.22 hectares and falls under the 622404 pincode. Pudukkottai is the nearest town.
Kottur village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Thirumayam Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Sivaganga Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Kottur
As per Census 2011, Kottur village has a total population of 4,269 people, consisting of 2,134 males and 2,135 females. The village has 1,097 households and a sex ratio of 1,000 females per 1,000 males. There are 452 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 2,914 literate and 1,355 illiterate residents. Additionally, 626 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 3 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Kottur are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 4,269 | 2,134 | 2,135 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 452 | 222 | 230 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 626 | 316 | 310 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 3 | 2 | 1 |
| Literate Population | 2,914 | 1,636 | 1,278 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,355 | 498 | 857 |
Nearby Villages of Kottur
Kottur is surrounded by several neighbouring villages in various directions. The table below lists these nearby villages along with their approximate aerial (straight-line) distances and directions from the village:
| Nearby Village | Direction | Approx. Distance (Aerial) |
|---|---|---|
| Kadambavayal | North-East | 1.83 km |
| Pilakudipatti | North | 1.87 km |
| Arasandampatti | North-East | 2.57 km |
| Lembalakudi | South | 2.85 km |
| Mallangudi | North-West | 3.07 km |
| Peraiyur | North | 3.49 km |
| Thekkattur | East | 4.07 km |
| Kurukkappatti | North-West | 4.09 km |
| Ennapatti | South | 4.88 km |
| Kodandaramapuram | North | 4.96 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Kottur
Public transport in the Kottur is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Namanasamudram, while the nearest airport is Tiruchirapally Civil Airport Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 37.0 km.
| 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 Pudukkottai to Kottur is about 16 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 Kottur
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Kottur village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Kottur
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Kottur village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Kottur
Where is Kottur located?
Kottur village is located in Thirumayam Taluka, Pudukkottai district, Tamil Nadu, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Kottur?
Kottur is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Kottur?
The pincode of Kottur is 622404.
What is the population of Kottur?
Kottur has a total population of 4,269, including 2,134 males and 2,135 females.
How many households are there in Kottur?
There are 1,097 households in Kottur.
What is the literacy rate in Kottur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Kottur is 68.26%. Male literacy is 76.66% and female literacy is 59.86%.