Kotagiri
Kotagiri is a village located in Kotagiri taluka of The Nilgiris district in Tamil Nadu, India. It is situated 5km away from sub-district headquarter Kotagiri (tehsildar office) and 35km away from district headquarter Udhagamandalam. As per 2009 stats, Jackanarai is the gram panchayat of Kotagiri village.
Here you can discover what makes Kotagiri unique in its vibrant Kotagiri-The Nilgiris region. You’ll see Kotagiri’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 Kotagiri
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Kotagiri is 635109. The village spans a total geographical area of 1060.78 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 643217. Kothagiri is nearest town to Kotagiri village for all major economic activities.
Google Map of Kotagiri
Population of Kotagiri
According to the 2011 Census, Kotagiri has a total population of about 7,952, with approximately 3,755 males and 4,197 females. The sex ratio is around 1117 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 589 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 1,727 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 102. The overall literacy rate is approximately 76.84%, with male literacy at about 85.62% and female literacy near 68.98%. There are around 2,319 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Kotagiri's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 7,952 | 3,755 | 4,197 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 589 | 298 | 291 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 1,727 | 823 | 904 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 102 | 43 | 59 |
| Literate Population | 6,110 | 3,215 | 2,895 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,842 | 540 | 1,302 |
Connectivity of Kotagiri
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Kotagiri. As per the 2011 stats, Kotagiri 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 Kotagiri
Knowing the nearby villages of Kotagiri helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Kotagiri.
Frequently Asked Questions about Kotagiri
- Where is Kotagiri located?
- Kotagiri village is situated in Kotagiri Taluka, within the The Nilgiris district of Tamil Nadu, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Kotagiri?
- The Gram Panchayat of Kotagiri is Jackanarai (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the pincode of Kotagiri?
- The pincode of Kotagiri is 643217, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Kotagiri as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Kotagiri is 7,952, with 3,755 males and 4,197 females.
- How many households are there in Kotagiri as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Kotagiri village has a total of 2,319 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Kotagiri as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Kotagiri is 76.84%. The male literacy rate is 85.62%, while the female literacy rate is 68.98%.