Eluvankottai
Eluvankottai is a village located in Devakottai taluka of Sivaganga district in Tamil Nadu, India. It is situated 6km away from sub-district headquarter Devakottai (tehsildar office) and 48km away from district headquarter Sivaganga. As per 2009 stats, Eluvankottai village is also a gram panchayat.
Here you can discover what makes Eluvankottai unique in its vibrant Devakottai-Sivaganga region. You’ll see Eluvankottai’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 Eluvankottai
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Eluvankottai is 640149. The village spans a total geographical area of 696.48 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 630303. Devakottai is nearest town to Eluvankottai village for all major economic activities.
When it comes to local governance, Eluvankottai 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 Karaikudi Vidhan Sabha constituency for state-level representation and the Sivaganga Lok Sabha constituency for national parliamentary elections. The local administration is responsible for civic services and development within the village.
Google Map of Eluvankottai
Population of Eluvankottai
According to the 2011 Census, Eluvankottai has a total population of about 1,191, with approximately 598 males and 593 females. The sex ratio is around 991 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 109 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 235 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 72.38%, with male literacy at about 81.27% and female literacy near 63.41%. There are around 271 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Eluvankottai's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,191 | 598 | 593 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 109 | 57 | 52 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 235 | 115 | 120 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Literate Population | 862 | 486 | 376 |
| Illiterate Population | 329 | 112 | 217 |
Connectivity of Eluvankottai
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Eluvankottai. As per the 2011 stats, Eluvankottai 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 <5 km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Eluvankottai
Knowing the nearby villages of Eluvankottai helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Eluvankottai.
Frequently Asked Questions about Eluvankottai
- Where is Eluvankottai located?
- Eluvankottai village is situated in Devakottai Taluka, within the Sivaganga district of Tamil Nadu, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Eluvankottai?
- Eluvankottai serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
- What is the pincode of Eluvankottai?
- The pincode of Eluvankottai is 630303, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Eluvankottai as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Eluvankottai is 1,191, with 598 males and 593 females.
- How many households are there in Eluvankottai as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Eluvankottai village has a total of 271 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Eluvankottai as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Eluvankottai is 72.38%. The male literacy rate is 81.27%, while the female literacy rate is 63.41%.