Kottur
Kottur is a village located in Mannargudi taluka of Thiruvarur district in Tamil Nadu, India. It is situated 15km away from sub-district headquarter Mannargudi (tehsildar office) and 42km away from district headquarter Thiruvarur. As per 2009 stats, Kottur village is also a gram panchayat.
Here you can discover what makes Kottur unique in its vibrant Mannargudi-Thiruvarur region. You’ll see Kottur’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 Kottur
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Kottur is 638278. The village spans a total geographical area of 515.53 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 614708. Mannargudi is nearest town to Kottur village for all major economic activities.
When it comes to local governance, Kottur 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 Thiruthuraipoondi Vidhan Sabha constituency for state-level representation and the Nagapattinam Lok Sabha constituency for national parliamentary elections. The local administration is responsible for civic services and development within the village.
Google Map of Kottur
Population of Kottur
According to the 2011 Census, Kottur has a total population of about 4,853, with approximately 2,397 males and 2,456 females. The sex ratio is around 1024 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 420 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 1,963 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 2. The overall literacy rate is approximately 74.02%, with male literacy at about 79.89% and female literacy near 68.28%. There are around 1,319 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Kottur's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 4,853 | 2,397 | 2,456 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 420 | 226 | 194 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 1,963 | 974 | 989 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 2 | N/A | 2 |
| Literate Population | 3,592 | 1,915 | 1,677 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,261 | 482 | 779 |
Connectivity of Kottur
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Kottur. As per the 2011 stats, Kottur 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 Kottur
Knowing the nearby villages of Kottur helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Kottur.
Frequently Asked Questions about Kottur
- Where is Kottur located?
- Kottur village is situated in Mannargudi Taluka, within the Thiruvarur district of Tamil Nadu, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Kottur?
- Kottur serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
- What is the pincode of Kottur?
- The pincode of Kottur is 614708, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Kottur as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Kottur is 4,853, with 2,397 males and 2,456 females.
- How many households are there in Kottur as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Kottur village has a total of 1,319 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Kottur as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Kottur is 74.02%. The male literacy rate is 79.89%, while the female literacy rate is 68.28%.