Kottangulam
Kottangulam is a village located in Manamadurai taluka of Sivaganga district in Tamil Nadu, India. It is situated 30km away from sub-district headquarter Manamadurai (tehsildar office) and 35km away from district headquarter Sivaganga. As per 2009 stats, T Velangulam is the gram panchayat of Kottangulam village.
Here you can discover what makes Kottangulam unique in its vibrant Manamadurai-Sivaganga region. You’ll see Kottangulam’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 Kottangulam
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Kottangulam is 640376. The village spans a total geographical area of 630.38 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 630610. Thirupuvanam is nearest town to Kottangulam village for all major economic activities.
When it comes to local governance, Kottangulam 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.
Google Map of Kottangulam
Population of Kottangulam
According to the 2011 Census, Kottangulam has a total population of about 4,465, with approximately 2,252 males and 2,213 females. The sex ratio is around 982 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 524 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 609 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 64.52%, with male literacy at about 75.31% and female literacy near 53.55%. There are around 1,158 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Kottangulam's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 4,465 | 2,252 | 2,213 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 524 | 268 | 256 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 609 | 298 | 311 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Literate Population | 2,881 | 1,696 | 1,185 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,584 | 556 | 1,028 |
Connectivity of Kottangulam
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Kottangulam. As per the 2011 stats, Kottangulam 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 5 - 10 km distance |
Nearby Villages of Kottangulam
Knowing the nearby villages of Kottangulam helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Kottangulam.
Frequently Asked Questions about Kottangulam
- Where is Kottangulam located?
- Kottangulam village is situated in Manamadurai Taluka, within the Sivaganga district of Tamil Nadu, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Kottangulam?
- The Gram Panchayat of Kottangulam is T Velangulam (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the pincode of Kottangulam?
- The pincode of Kottangulam is 630610, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Kottangulam as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Kottangulam is 4,465, with 2,252 males and 2,213 females.
- How many households are there in Kottangulam as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Kottangulam village has a total of 1,158 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Kottangulam as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Kottangulam is 64.52%. The male literacy rate is 75.31%, while the female literacy rate is 53.55%.