Shencottai
About Shencottai
According to Census 2011 information the location code or village code of Shencottai village is 642308. Shencottai village is located in Vilathikulam taluka of Thoothukkudi district in Tamil Nadu, India. It is situated 19km away from sub-district headquarter Vilathikulam (tehsildar office) and 59km away from district headquarter Thoothukkudi. As per 2009 stats, Shencottai village is also a gram panchayat.
The total geographical area of village is 1097.98 hectares. Shencottai has a total population of 676 peoples, out of which male population is 333 while female population is 343. This results in a sex ratio of approximately 1030 females for every 1,000 males. Literacy rate of shencottai village is 68.20% out of which 76.58% males and 60.06% females are literate. There are about 208 houses in shencottai village. Pincode of shencottai village locality is 628904.
Puthur is nearest town to shencottai village for all major economic activities.
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Population of Shencottai
The population details of Shencottai 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 | 676 | 333 | 343 |
| Child Population (Age 0–6) | 66 | 37 | 29 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) Population | 128 | 64 | 64 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) Population | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Literate Population | 461 | 255 | 206 |
| Illiterate Population | 215 | 78 | 137 |
Connectivity of Shencottai
| 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 Shencottai
Where is Shencottai located?
Shencottai village is situated in Vilathikulam Taluka, within the Thoothukkudi district of Tamil Nadu, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Shencottai?
Shencottai serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
What is the pincode of Shencottai?
The pincode of Shencottai is 628904, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
What is the population of Shencottai as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Shencottai is 676, with 333 males and 343 females.
How many households are there in Shencottai as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Shencottai village has a total of 208 households.
What is the literacy rate in Shencottai as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Shencottai is 68.20%. The male literacy rate is 76.58%, while the female literacy rate is 60.06%.