Kollankinaru - Ottapidaram, Thoothukkudi
Kollankinaru is a village situated in the Ottapidaram taluka of Thoothukkudi district, Tamil Nadu. It is located approximately 27 km from the tehsil headquarters in Ottapidaram and around 40 km from the district headquarters in Thoothukkudi. Kollankinar serves as the Gram Panchayat for Kollankinaru village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Kollankinaru is 642431. The village covers a total geographical area of 921.34 hectares and falls under the 628302 pincode. Kadambur is the nearest town.
Kollankinaru village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Ottapidaram Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Thoothukkudi Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Kollankinaru
As per Census 2011, Kollankinaru village has a total population of 1,257 people, consisting of 627 males and 630 females. The village has 358 households and a sex ratio of 1,004 females per 1,000 males. There are 123 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 964 literate and 293 illiterate residents. Additionally, 909 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Kollankinaru are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,257 | 627 | 630 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 123 | 67 | 56 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 909 | 451 | 458 |
| Literate Population | 964 | 521 | 443 |
| Illiterate Population | 293 | 106 | 187 |
Nearby Villages of Kollankinaru
Kollankinaru is surrounded by several neighbouring villages in various directions. The table below lists these nearby villages along with their approximate aerial (straight-line) distances and directions from the village:
| Nearby Village | Direction | Approx. Distance (Aerial) |
|---|---|---|
| Parivallikkottai | North-East | 3.47 km |
| Ottainatham | North-East | 3.51 km |
| Govindapuram | West | 3.63 km |
| Marudanvalvoonaraikinar | South-West | 3.79 km |
| Maniyachi | South-East | 4.02 km |
| Kottali | North-West | 4.32 km |
| Ackanaickenpatti | South | 5.09 km |
| Thennampatti | North-West | 5.80 km |
| Ilavelangal | North | 5.86 km |
| Keelakottai | South-West | 6.41 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Kollankinaru
Kollankinaru is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Vanchimaniyachi, while the nearest airport is Tuticorin Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 18.8 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | Available within 2-5 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. the road distance from Thoothukkudi to Kollankinaru is about 40 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 Kollankinaru
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Kollankinaru village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Kollankinaru
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Kollankinaru village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | Yes | Available within village |
FAQs about Kollankinaru
Where is Kollankinaru located?
Kollankinaru village is located in Ottapidaram Taluka, Thoothukkudi district, Tamil Nadu, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Kollankinaru?
The Gram Panchayat of Kollankinaru is Kollankinar.
What is the pincode of Kollankinaru?
The pincode of Kollankinaru is 628302.
What is the population of Kollankinaru?
Kollankinaru has a total population of 1,257, including 627 males and 630 females.
How many households are there in Kollankinaru?
There are 358 households in Kollankinaru.
What is the literacy rate in Kollankinaru?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Kollankinaru is 76.69%. Male literacy is 83.09% and female literacy is 70.32%.