Kurunthanakottai
Kurunthanakottai is a village located in Devakottai taluka of Sivaganga district in Tamil Nadu, India. It is situated 25km away from sub-district headquarter Devakottai (tehsildar office) and 52km away from district headquarter Sivaganga. As per 2009 stats, Kurunthanakottai village is also a gram panchayat.
Here you can discover what makes Kurunthanakottai unique in its vibrant Devakottai-Sivaganga region. You’ll see Kurunthanakottai’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 Kurunthanakottai
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Kurunthanakottai is 640211. The village spans a total geographical area of 1452.55 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 623402. Devakottai is nearest town to Kurunthanakottai village for all major economic activities.
When it comes to local governance, Kurunthanakottai 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 Kurunthanakottai
Population of Kurunthanakottai
According to the 2011 Census, Kurunthanakottai has a total population of about 2,804, with approximately 1,378 males and 1,426 females. The sex ratio is around 1034 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 236 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 568 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 67.58%, with male literacy at about 74.60% and female literacy near 60.80%. There are around 698 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Kurunthanakottai's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,804 | 1,378 | 1,426 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 236 | 124 | 112 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 568 | 286 | 282 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Literate Population | 1,895 | 1,028 | 867 |
| Illiterate Population | 909 | 350 | 559 |
Connectivity of Kurunthanakottai
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Kurunthanakottai. As per the 2011 stats, Kurunthanakottai 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 village |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Kurunthanakottai
Knowing the nearby villages of Kurunthanakottai helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Kurunthanakottai.
Frequently Asked Questions about Kurunthanakottai
- Where is Kurunthanakottai located?
- Kurunthanakottai village is situated in Devakottai Taluka, within the Sivaganga district of Tamil Nadu, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Kurunthanakottai?
- Kurunthanakottai serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
- What is the pincode of Kurunthanakottai?
- The pincode of Kurunthanakottai is 623402, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Kurunthanakottai as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Kurunthanakottai is 2,804, with 1,378 males and 1,426 females.
- How many households are there in Kurunthanakottai as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Kurunthanakottai village has a total of 698 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Kurunthanakottai as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Kurunthanakottai is 67.58%. The male literacy rate is 74.60%, while the female literacy rate is 60.80%.