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.
Here you can discover what makes Orikottai unique in its vibrant Tiruvadanai-Ramanathapuram region. You’ll see Orikottai’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 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.
Google Map of Orikottai
Population of Orikottai
According to the 2011 Census, Orikottai has a total population of about 1,346, with approximately 672 males and 674 females. The sex ratio is around 1002 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 103 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 302 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 69.47%, with male literacy at about 80.36% and female literacy near 58.61%. There are around 366 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Orikottai's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| 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 |
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.
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%.