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.
Kottur has its own place in the vibrant Thiruvarur region. In the following sections, you’ll find details about population, literacy, households, children, caste data, area, pincode, local governance, nearby villages, connectivity, and more.
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
Below is a concise population overview of Kottur as per the Census 2011 data. The table highlights the key population metrics categorized by gender and social groups.
| 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 |
Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Kottur village:
- The total population of Kottur village is around 4,853, including approximately 2,397 males and 2,456 females, with a sex ratio of 1024 females per 1,000 males.
- There are about 420 children aged 0–6 years in Kottur village, reflecting the young population in the village.
- Kottur village has 1,963 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC) and 2 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
- The literacy rate of Kottur village is about 74.02%, with male literacy at 79.89% and female literacy at 68.28%.
- There are around 1,319 households in Kottur village.
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%.