Kottaiyur - Valangaiman, Thiruvarur
Kottaiyur is a village situated in the Valangaiman taluka of Thiruvarur district, Tamil Nadu. It is located approximately 13 km from the tehsil headquarters in Valangaiman and around 29 km from the district headquarters in Thiruvarur. Kottaiyur village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Kottaiyur is 637914. The village covers a total geographical area of 328.3 hectares and falls under the 612604 pincode. Needamangalam is the nearest town.
Kottaiyur village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Nannilam Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Nagapattinam Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Kottaiyur
As per Census 2011, Kottaiyur village has a total population of 2,390 people, consisting of 1,188 males and 1,202 females. The village has 615 households and a sex ratio of 1,011 females per 1,000 males. There are 268 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,720 literate and 670 illiterate residents. Additionally, 816 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 4 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Kottaiyur are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,390 | 1,188 | 1,202 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 268 | 135 | 133 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 816 | 399 | 417 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 4 | 2 | 2 |
| Literate Population | 1,720 | 931 | 789 |
| Illiterate Population | 670 | 257 | 413 |
Nearby Villages of Kottaiyur
Kottaiyur is surrounded by several nearby villages in its surroundings. These villages are part of the local area and are commonly connected through local routes and daily movement of people.
Transport and Connectivity of Kottaiyur
Kottaiyur is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is located within 1-2 km of Kottaiyur.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | Available within 1-2 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. the road distance from Thiruvarur to Kottaiyur is about 29 km, with the usual travel time around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Kottaiyur
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Kottaiyur village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 1-2 km |
Health Facilities in Kottaiyur
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Kottaiyur village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within <1 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within <1 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within <1 km |
FAQs about Kottaiyur
Where is Kottaiyur located?
Kottaiyur village is located in Valangaiman Taluka, Thiruvarur district, Tamil Nadu, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Kottaiyur?
Kottaiyur is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Kottaiyur?
The pincode of Kottaiyur is 612604.
What is the population of Kottaiyur?
Kottaiyur has a total population of 2,390, including 1,188 males and 1,202 females.
How many households are there in Kottaiyur?
There are 615 households in Kottaiyur.
What is the literacy rate in Kottaiyur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Kottaiyur is 71.97%. Male literacy is 78.37% and female literacy is 65.64%.