Kolakudi Village - Thottiyam, Tiruchirappalli
Kolakudi is a village situated in the Thottiyam taluka of Tiruchirappalli district, Tamil Nadu. It is located approximately 12 km from the tehsil headquarters in Thottiyam and around 50 km from the district headquarters in Tiruchirappalli. Kolakkudi serves as the Gram Panchayat for Kolakudi village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Kolakudi is 635673. The village covers a total geographical area of 1533.62 hectares and falls under the 621208 pincode. Thottiyam is the nearest town.
Kolakudi village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Musiri Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Perambalur Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Kolakudi
As per Census 2011, Kolakudi village has a total population of 5,914 people, consisting of 2,934 males and 2,980 females. The village has 1,632 households and a sex ratio of 1,015 females per 1,000 males. There are 658 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 3,923 literate and 1,991 illiterate residents. Additionally, 1,762 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 1 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Kolakudi are given below:
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 5,914 | 2,934 | 2,980 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 658 | 350 | 308 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 1,762 | 851 | 911 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1 | 1 | - |
| Literate Population | 3,923 | 2,121 | 1,802 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,991 | 813 | 1,178 |
Nearby Villages of Kolakudi
Kolakudi 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Appanallur | North | 3.18 km |
| Arangoor | West | 3.19 km |
| Alagarai | South | 3.30 km |
| Mullipadi | South-East | 4.49 km |
| Sitilari | East | 4.59 km |
| Manamedu | South | 5.15 km |
| Srinivasanallur | South-West | 5.28 km |
| Thottiyam | South-West | 5.54 km |
| Sevindipatti | North-West | 5.79 km |
| Poolancheri | North | 5.87 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Kolakudi
Kolakudi is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Timmachipuram, while the nearest airport is Tiruchirapally Civil Airport Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 34.0 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | Available within >10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. the road distance from Tiruchirappalli to Kolakudi is about 50 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.4 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Kolakudi
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Kolakudi village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | Yes | Available within village |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Kolakudi
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Kolakudi village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Kolakudi
Where is Kolakudi located?
Kolakudi village is located in Thottiyam Taluka, Tiruchirappalli district, Tamil Nadu, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Kolakudi?
The Gram Panchayat of Kolakudi is Kolakkudi.
What is the pincode of Kolakudi?
The pincode of Kolakudi is 621208.
What is the population of Kolakudi?
Kolakudi has a total population of 5,914, including 2,934 males and 2,980 females.
How many households are there in Kolakudi?
There are 1,632 households in Kolakudi.
What is the literacy rate in Kolakudi?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Kolakudi is 66.33%. Male literacy is 72.29% and female literacy is 60.47%.