Thottakadu
Thottakadu is a village located in Ponneri taluka of Thiruvallur district in Tamil Nadu, India. Thiruvallur and Ponneri are the district & sub-district headquarters of Thottakadu village respectively. As per 2009 stats, Merattoor is the gram panchayat of Thottakadu village.
Here you can discover what makes Thottakadu unique in its vibrant Ponneri-Thiruvallur region. You’ll see Thottakadu’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 Thottakadu
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Thottakadu is 628720. The village spans a total geographical area of 185.78 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 601203. Ponneri is nearest town to Thottakadu village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 10km away.
Google Map of Thottakadu
Population of Thottakadu
According to the 2011 Census, Thottakadu has a total population of about 1,053, with approximately 532 males and 521 females. The sex ratio is around 979 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 113 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 343 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 63.72%, with male literacy at about 72.93% and female literacy near 54.32%. There are around 271 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Thottakadu's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,053 | 532 | 521 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 113 | 62 | 51 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 343 | 167 | 176 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Literate Population | 671 | 388 | 283 |
| Illiterate Population | 382 | 144 | 238 |
Connectivity of Thottakadu
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Thottakadu. As per the 2011 stats, Thottakadu 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 3 km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within 3 km distance |
Nearby Villages of Thottakadu
Knowing the nearby villages of Thottakadu helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Thottakadu.
Frequently Asked Questions about Thottakadu
- Where is Thottakadu located?
- Thottakadu village is situated in Ponneri Taluka, within the Thiruvallur district of Tamil Nadu, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Thottakadu?
- The Gram Panchayat of Thottakadu is Merattoor (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the pincode of Thottakadu?
- The pincode of Thottakadu is 601203, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Thottakadu as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Thottakadu is 1,053, with 532 males and 521 females.
- How many households are there in Thottakadu as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Thottakadu village has a total of 271 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Thottakadu as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Thottakadu is 63.72%. The male literacy rate is 72.93%, while the female literacy rate is 54.32%.