Kottur
About Kottur
According to Census 2011 information the location code or village code of Kottur village is 638278. Kottur village is 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.
The total geographical area of village is 515.53 hectares. Kottur has a total population of 4,853 peoples, out of which male population is 2,397 while female population is 2,456. This results in a sex ratio of approximately 1024 females for every 1,000 males. Literacy rate of kottur village is 74.02% out of which 79.89% males and 68.28% females are literate. There are about 1,319 houses in kottur village. Pincode of kottur village locality is 614708.
When it comes to administration, Kottur village is governed by a Sarpanch, who is an elected representative (Head of Village) chosen through local elections, as per the Constitution of India and the Panchayati Raj Act. As per 2019 stats, Kottur village comes under Thiruthuraipoondi Vidhan Sabha constituency & Nagapattinam Lok Sabha constituency. Mannargudi is nearest town to kottur village for all major economic activities.
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Population of Kottur
The population details of Kottur cover important figures like total population, male and female population, children aged 0–6 years, and the number of literate and illiterate people. It also shows how many residents belong to Scheduled Castes and Scheduled Tribes. These details help in understanding the village structure, education level, and community groups.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 4,853 | 2,397 | 2,456 |
| Child Population (Age 0–6) | 420 | 226 | 194 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) Population | 1,963 | 974 | 989 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) Population | 2 | N/A | 2 |
| Literate Population | 3,592 | 1,915 | 1,677 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,261 | 482 | 779 |
Connectivity of Kottur
| 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 |
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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%.