Kottaiyur

Kottaiyur is a village located in Ilayangudi taluka of Sivaganga district in Tamil Nadu, India. It is situated 7km away from sub-district headquarter Ilayangudi (tehsildar office) and 37km away from district headquarter Sivaganga. As per 2009 stats, Vani is the gram panchayat of Kottaiyur village.

Kottaiyur has its own place in the vibrant Sivaganga region. In the following sections, you’ll find details about population, literacy, households, children, caste data, area, pincode, local governance, nearby villages, connectivity, and more.

About Kottaiyur

According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Kottaiyur is 640473. The village spans a total geographical area of 789.29 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 630702. Ilayangudi is nearest town to Kottaiyur village for all major economic activities.

When it comes to local governance, Kottaiyur 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 Manamadurai 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.

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Population of Kottaiyur

Below is a concise population overview of Kottaiyur as per the Census 2011 data. The table highlights the key population metrics categorized by gender and social groups.

ParticularsTotalMaleFemale
Total Population 1,834 909 925
Child Population (0–6 yrs) 146 68 78
Scheduled Castes (SC) 511 241 270
Scheduled Tribes (ST) N/A N/A N/A
Literate Population 1,249 722 527
Illiterate Population 585 187 398

Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Kottaiyur village:

  • The total population of Kottaiyur village is around 1,834, including approximately 909 males and 925 females, with a sex ratio of 1017 females per 1,000 males.
  • There are about 146 children aged 0–6 years in Kottaiyur village, reflecting the young population in the village.
  • Kottaiyur village has 511 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC).
  • The literacy rate of Kottaiyur village is about 68.10%, with male literacy at 79.43% and female literacy at 56.97%.
  • There are around 479 households in Kottaiyur village.

Connectivity of Kottaiyur

Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Kottaiyur. As per the 2011 stats, Kottaiyur 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 Kottaiyur

Knowing the nearby villages of Kottaiyur helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Kottaiyur.

Sirupalai Pudukkottai Seevalathi Sathanur N Andakudi Nageraakudi Kumarakurichi Mulliyarendal Melapidariseri Katchathanallur Ilamanur

Frequently Asked Questions about Kottaiyur

Where is Kottaiyur located?
Kottaiyur village is situated in Ilayangudi Taluka, within the Sivaganga district of Tamil Nadu, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Kottaiyur?
The Gram Panchayat of Kottaiyur is Vani (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
What is the pincode of Kottaiyur?
The pincode of Kottaiyur is 630702, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
What is the population of Kottaiyur as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Kottaiyur is 1,834, with 909 males and 925 females.
How many households are there in Kottaiyur as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Kottaiyur village has a total of 479 households.
What is the literacy rate in Kottaiyur as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Kottaiyur is 68.10%. The male literacy rate is 79.43%, while the female literacy rate is 56.97%.