Uppukottai
Uppukottai is a village located in Bodinayakanur taluka of Theni district in Tamil Nadu, India. It is situated 15km away from sub-district headquarter Bodinayakanur (tehsildar office) and 14km away from district headquarter Theni Allinagaram. As per 2009 stats, Uppukottai village is also a gram panchayat.
Here you can discover what makes Uppukottai unique in its vibrant Bodinayakanur-Theni region. You’ll see Uppukottai’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 Uppukottai
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Uppukottai is 641081. The village spans a total geographical area of 1345.77 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 625534. Veerapandi is nearest town to Uppukottai village for all major economic activities.
Google Map of Uppukottai
Population of Uppukottai
According to the 2011 Census, Uppukottai has a total population of about 10,756, with approximately 5,415 males and 5,341 females. The sex ratio is around 986 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 1,159 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 4,205 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 64.90%, with male literacy at about 72.58% and female literacy near 57.12%. There are around 2,883 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Uppukottai's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 10,756 | 5,415 | 5,341 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 1,159 | 608 | 551 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 4,205 | 2,116 | 2,089 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Literate Population | 6,981 | 3,930 | 3,051 |
| Illiterate Population | 3,775 | 1,485 | 2,290 |
Connectivity of Uppukottai
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Uppukottai. As per the 2011 stats, Uppukottai 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 Uppukottai
Knowing the nearby villages of Uppukottai helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Uppukottai.
Frequently Asked Questions about Uppukottai
- Where is Uppukottai located?
- Uppukottai village is situated in Bodinayakanur Taluka, within the Theni district of Tamil Nadu, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Uppukottai?
- Uppukottai serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
- What is the pincode of Uppukottai?
- The pincode of Uppukottai is 625534, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Uppukottai as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Uppukottai is 10,756, with 5,415 males and 5,341 females.
- How many households are there in Uppukottai as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Uppukottai village has a total of 2,883 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Uppukottai as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Uppukottai is 64.90%. The male literacy rate is 72.58%, while the female literacy rate is 57.12%.