Orikottai

Orikottai is a village located in Tiruvadanai taluka of Ramanathapuram district in Tamil Nadu, India. It is situated 5km away from sub-district headquarter Tiruvadanai (tehsildar office) and 58km away from district headquarter Ramanathapuram. As per 2009 stats, Orikottai A B is the gram panchayat of Orikottai village.

Orikottai has its own place in the vibrant Ramanathapuram region. In the following sections, you’ll find details about population, literacy, households, children, caste data, area, pincode, local governance, nearby villages, connectivity, and more.

About Orikottai

According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Orikottai is 641793. The village spans a total geographical area of 618.03 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 623402. Thondi is nearest town to Orikottai village for all major economic activities.

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Population of Orikottai

Below is a concise population overview of Orikottai as per the Census 2011 data. The table highlights the key population metrics categorized by gender and social groups.

ParticularsTotalMaleFemale
Total Population 1,346 672 674
Child Population (0–6 yrs) 103 44 59
Scheduled Castes (SC) 302 146 156
Scheduled Tribes (ST) N/A N/A N/A
Literate Population 935 540 395
Illiterate Population 411 132 279

Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Orikottai village:

  • The total population of Orikottai village is around 1,346, including approximately 672 males and 674 females, with a sex ratio of 1002 females per 1,000 males.
  • There are about 103 children aged 0–6 years in Orikottai village, reflecting the young population in the village.
  • Orikottai village has 302 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC).
  • The literacy rate of Orikottai village is about 69.47%, with male literacy at 80.36% and female literacy at 58.61%.
  • There are around 366 households in Orikottai village.

Connectivity of Orikottai

Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Orikottai. As per the 2011 stats, Orikottai had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.

Connectivity Type Status (in year 2011)
Public Bus Service Available within 5 - 10 km distance
Private Bus Service Available within 5 - 10 km distance
Railway Station Available within 10+ km distance

Nearby Villages of Orikottai

Knowing the nearby villages of Orikottai helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Orikottai.

Akkalur Nagrikathan Pandugudi Kiliyur Anjukottai Parur Radhanur Govindamangalam Arasur Thiruvadanai Kadambakkudi

Frequently Asked Questions about Orikottai

Where is Orikottai located?
Orikottai village is situated in Tiruvadanai Taluka, within the Ramanathapuram district of Tamil Nadu, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Orikottai?
The Gram Panchayat of Orikottai is Orikottai A B (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
What is the pincode of Orikottai?
The pincode of Orikottai is 623402, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
What is the population of Orikottai as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Orikottai is 1,346, with 672 males and 674 females.
How many households are there in Orikottai as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Orikottai village has a total of 366 households.
What is the literacy rate in Orikottai as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Orikottai is 69.47%. The male literacy rate is 80.36%, while the female literacy rate is 58.61%.