Kottur
About Kottur
According to Census 2011 information the location code or village code of Kottur village is 640173. Kottur village is located in Devakottai taluka of Sivaganga district in Tamil Nadu, India. It is situated 8km away from sub-district headquarter Devakottai (tehsildar office) and 50km away from district headquarter Sivaganga. As per 2009 stats, Thirumanavayal is the gram panchayat of Kottur village.
The total geographical area of village is 301.76 hectares. Kottur has a total population of 863 peoples, out of which male population is 444 while female population is 419. This results in a sex ratio of approximately 943 females for every 1,000 males. Literacy rate of kottur village is 76.25% out of which 84.46% males and 67.54% females are literate. There are about 212 houses in kottur village. Pincode of kottur village locality is 630302.
When it comes to administration, Kottur village is governed by a Sarpanch, who is an elected representative (Head of Village) chosen through local elections, as per the Constitution of India and the Panchayati Raj Act. As per 2019 stats, Kottur village comes under Karaikudi Vidhan Sabha constituency & Sivaganga Lok Sabha constituency. Devakottai is nearest town to kottur village for all major economic activities.
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Population of Kottur
The population details of Kottur cover important figures like total population, male and female population, children aged 0–6 years, and the number of literate and illiterate people. It also shows how many residents belong to Scheduled Castes and Scheduled Tribes. These details help in understanding the village structure, education level, and community groups.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 863 | 444 | 419 |
| Child Population (Age 0–6) | 69 | 40 | 29 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) Population | 270 | 140 | 130 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) Population | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Literate Population | 658 | 375 | 283 |
| Illiterate Population | 205 | 69 | 136 |
Connectivity of Kottur
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within <5 km distance |
| Private Bus Service | Available within <5 km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Kottur
Where is Kottur located?
Kottur village is situated in Devakottai Taluka, within the Sivaganga district of Tamil Nadu, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Kottur?
The Gram Panchayat of Kottur is Thirumanavayal (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
What is the pincode of Kottur?
The pincode of Kottur is 630302, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
What is the population of Kottur as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Kottur is 863, with 444 males and 419 females.
How many households are there in Kottur as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Kottur village has a total of 212 households.
What is the literacy rate in Kottur as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Kottur is 76.25%. The male literacy rate is 84.46%, while the female literacy rate is 67.54%.