Pichankottagam Village Overview
Pichankottagam is a village in Thiruthuraipoondi tehsil of Thiruvarur district, Tamil Nadu. It lies about 7 km from Thiruthuraipoondi tehsil headquarters and around 35 km from Thiruvarur district headquarters. As per available records (2009), Pichankottagam village functions as a Gram Panchayat.
The sections below provide essential information about Pichankottagam village, including population details, literacy levels, households, children, caste data, area, pincode, local administration, nearby villages, and transport connectivity.
Village Location & Administration
As per Census 2011, the village code of Pichankottagam is 638359. The village covers a geographical area of 709.24 hectares and has a pincode of 614716. Thiruthuraipoondi is the nearest town.
Location Map of Pichankottagam
Population & Demographics of Pichankottagam
This section provides population and demographic details of Pichankottagam village as per Census 2011, including gender-wise and social category-wise data.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,774 | 872 | 902 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 171 | 83 | 88 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 1,083 | 529 | 554 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Literate Population | 1,258 | 683 | 575 |
| Illiterate Population | 516 | 189 | 327 |
Key population details of Pichankottagam village are given below:
- Pichankottagam village is a moderately populated village with a total population of around 1,774, including approximately 872 males and 902 females, with a sex ratio of 1034 females per 1,000 males.
- The number of children aged 0–6 years in the village is relatively low.
- 1,083 residents belong to the Scheduled Castes (SC).
- The literacy level of Pichankottagam village is good, with a literacy rate of about 70.91%.
- There are around 506 households in Pichankottagam village.
Transport & Connectivity of Pichankottagam
Transport facilities help residents of Pichankottagam village travel to nearby towns for work, education, healthcare, and daily needs. The village has access to public bus service, private bus service and a railway station.
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Available within village |
| Railway Station | Available within 5 - 10 km distance |
Nearby Villages of Pichankottagam
The following villages are located close to Pichankottagam and form part of its surrounding area. These nearby villages are commonly connected through local roads and are part of the day-to-day movement for residents.
Frequently Asked Questions about Pichankottagam
- Where is Pichankottagam located?
- Pichankottagam village is located in Thiruthuraipoondi Taluka, Thiruvarur district, Tamil Nadu, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Pichankottagam?
- Pichankottagam is its own Gram Panchayat (as per available records from 2009).
- What is the pincode of Pichankottagam?
- The pincode of Pichankottagam is 614716.
- What is the population of Pichankottagam?
- Pichankottagam has a total population of 1,774, including 872 males and 902 females.
- How many households are there in Pichankottagam?
- There are 506 households in Pichankottagam.
- What is the literacy rate in Pichankottagam?
- As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Pichankottagam is 70.91%. Male literacy is 78.33% and female literacy is 63.75%.