Panayakottai - Orathanadu, Thanjavur
Panayakottai is a village situated in the Orathanadu taluka of Thanjavur district, Tamil Nadu. It is located approximately 12 km from the tehsil headquarters in Orathanadu and around 20 km from the district headquarters in Thanjavur. Moorthiambalpuram serves as the Gram Panchayat for Panayakottai village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Panayakottai is 638854. The village covers a total geographical area of 339.83 hectares and falls under the 614019 pincode. Orathanadu is the nearest town.
Panayakottai village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Orattanadu Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Thanjavur Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Panayakottai
According to the 2011 Census, Panayakottai village had a total population of 1,746 people, including 844 males and 902 females, living in 441 households. The sex ratio was 1,069 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 80.54%, with male literacy at 88.06% and female literacy at 73.53%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 315.
The table below presents a detailed demographic breakdown of the village, including separate male and female figures for each population category.
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,746 | 844 | 902 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 168 | 82 | 86 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 315 | 151 | 164 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 1,271 | 671 | 600 |
| Illiterate Population | 475 | 173 | 302 |
Nearby Villages of Panayakottai
Panayakottai is surrounded by several nearby villages in its surroundings. These villages are part of the local area and are commonly connected through local routes and daily movement of people.
Transport and Connectivity of Panayakottai
Panayakottai is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is located within >10 km of Panayakottai.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | Available within >10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. the road distance from Thanjavur to Panayakottai is about 20 km, with the usual travel time around 30-60 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Panayakottai
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Panayakottai village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Panayakottai
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Panayakottai village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
FAQs about Panayakottai
Where is Panayakottai located?
Panayakottai village is located in Orathanadu Taluka, Thanjavur district, Tamil Nadu, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Panayakottai?
The Gram Panchayat of Panayakottai is Moorthiambalpuram.
What is the pincode of Panayakottai?
The pincode of Panayakottai is 614019.
What is the population of Panayakottai?
Panayakottai had a total population of 1,746, including 844 males and 902 females.
How many households are there in Panayakottai?
Panayakottai had 441 households.
What is the literacy rate in Panayakottai?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Panayakottai was 80.54%. Male literacy was 88.06% and female literacy was 73.53%.