Thidakkottai
Thidakkottai is a village located in Devakottai taluka of Sivaganga district in Tamil Nadu, India. It is situated 13km away from sub-district headquarter Devakottai (tehsildar office) and 45km away from district headquarter Sivaganga. As per 2009 stats, Puliyal is the gram panchayat of Thidakkottai village.
Here you can discover what makes Thidakkottai unique in its vibrant Devakottai-Sivaganga region. You’ll see Thidakkottai’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 Thidakkottai
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Thidakkottai is 640197. The village spans a total geographical area of 1171.95 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 630312. Devakottai is nearest town to Thidakkottai village for all major economic activities.
When it comes to local governance, Thidakkottai 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 Thidakkottai
Population of Thidakkottai
According to the 2011 Census, Thidakkottai has a total population of about 2,984, with approximately 1,416 males and 1,568 females. The sex ratio is around 1107 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 265 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 798 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 5. The overall literacy rate is approximately 72.42%, with male literacy at about 82.63% and female literacy near 63.20%. There are around 817 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Thidakkottai's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,984 | 1,416 | 1,568 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 265 | 118 | 147 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 798 | 372 | 426 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 5 | 2 | 3 |
| Literate Population | 2,161 | 1,170 | 991 |
| Illiterate Population | 823 | 246 | 577 |
Connectivity of Thidakkottai
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Thidakkottai. As per the 2011 stats, Thidakkottai 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 Thidakkottai
Knowing the nearby villages of Thidakkottai helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Thidakkottai.
Frequently Asked Questions about Thidakkottai
- Where is Thidakkottai located?
- Thidakkottai village is situated in Devakottai Taluka, within the Sivaganga district of Tamil Nadu, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Thidakkottai?
- The Gram Panchayat of Thidakkottai is Puliyal (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the pincode of Thidakkottai?
- The pincode of Thidakkottai is 630312, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Thidakkottai as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Thidakkottai is 2,984, with 1,416 males and 1,568 females.
- How many households are there in Thidakkottai as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Thidakkottai village has a total of 817 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Thidakkottai as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Thidakkottai is 72.42%. The male literacy rate is 82.63%, while the female literacy rate is 63.20%.