Egaraikottaivayal - Devakottai, Sivaganga
Egaraikottaivayal is a village situated in the Devakottai taluka of Sivaganga district, Tamil Nadu. It is located approximately 5 km from the tehsil headquarters in Devakottai and around 55 km from the district headquarters in Sivaganga. Karai serves as the Gram Panchayat for Egaraikottaivayal village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Egaraikottaivayal is 640151. The village covers a total geographical area of 715.23 hectares and falls under the 630311 pincode. Devakottai is the nearest town.
Egaraikottaivayal village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Karaikudi Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Sivaganga Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Egaraikottaivayal
As per Census 2011, Egaraikottaivayal village has a total population of 1,092 people, consisting of 570 males and 522 females. The village has 249 households and a sex ratio of 915 females per 1,000 males. There are 108 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 852 literate and 240 illiterate residents. Additionally, 442 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Egaraikottaivayal are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,092 | 570 | 522 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 108 | 55 | 53 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 442 | 229 | 213 |
| Literate Population | 852 | 474 | 378 |
| Illiterate Population | 240 | 96 | 144 |
Nearby Villages of Egaraikottaivayal
Egaraikottaivayal 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Pudukkottai | South-East | 1.95 km |
| Kannankottai | North-East | 2.31 km |
| Nachankulam | West | 2.88 km |
| Eluvankottai | North-West | 2.92 km |
| Kallangudi | South-West | 3.31 km |
| Udayachi | East | 3.33 km |
| Kottur | South-East | 3.43 km |
| Thenniervayal | North | 4.06 km |
| Thirumanavayal | South-East | 4.70 km |
| Thatchavayal | East | 5.12 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Egaraikottaivayal
Public transport in the Egaraikottaivayal is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Devakottai Road, while the nearest airport is Tiruchirapally Civil Airport Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 69.7 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within 2-5 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. the road distance from Sivaganga to Egaraikottaivayal is about 55 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.6 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Egaraikottaivayal
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Egaraikottaivayal village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Egaraikottaivayal
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Egaraikottaivayal village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Egaraikottaivayal
Where is Egaraikottaivayal located?
Egaraikottaivayal village is located in Devakottai Taluka, Sivaganga district, Tamil Nadu, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Egaraikottaivayal?
The Gram Panchayat of Egaraikottaivayal is Karai.
What is the pincode of Egaraikottaivayal?
The pincode of Egaraikottaivayal is 630311.
What is the population of Egaraikottaivayal?
Egaraikottaivayal has a total population of 1,092, including 570 males and 522 females.
How many households are there in Egaraikottaivayal?
There are 249 households in Egaraikottaivayal.
What is the literacy rate in Egaraikottaivayal?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Egaraikottaivayal is 78.02%. Male literacy is 83.16% and female literacy is 72.41%.