Kottaiyur
Kottaiyur is a village located in Thuraiyur taluka of Tiruchirappalli district in Tamil Nadu, India. It is situated 8km away from sub-district headquarter Thuraiyur (tehsildar office) and 51km away from district headquarter Tiruchirappalli. As per 2009 stats, Kottaiyur village is also a gram panchayat.
Here you can discover what makes Kottaiyur unique in its vibrant Thuraiyur-Tiruchirappalli region. You’ll see Kottaiyur’s rich profile with demographics like population, households, literacy, sex ratio, kids, castes etc., geographical details like satellite map, area, pincode, plus local governance through gram panchayat, broader constituencies, nearby villages, connectivity, and answers to common questions.
About Kottaiyur
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Kottaiyur is 635785. The village spans a total geographical area of 1292.93 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 621001. Thuraiyur is nearest town to Kottaiyur village for all major economic activities.
When it comes to local governance, Kottaiyur village is administered by a Sarpanch, the elected head of the village, in accordance with the Constitution of India and the Panchayati Raj Act. The village falls under the Thuraiyur Vidhan Sabha constituency for state-level representation and the Perambalur Lok Sabha constituency for national parliamentary elections. The local administration is responsible for civic services and development within the village.
Google Map of Kottaiyur
Population of Kottaiyur
According to the 2011 Census, Kottaiyur has a total population of about 2,976, with approximately 1,474 males and 1,502 females. The sex ratio is around 1018 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 328 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 438 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 11. The overall literacy rate is approximately 67.98%, with male literacy at about 76.19% and female literacy near 59.92%. There are around 803 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Kottaiyur's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,976 | 1,474 | 1,502 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 328 | 176 | 152 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 438 | 213 | 225 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 11 | 6 | 5 |
| Literate Population | 2,023 | 1,123 | 900 |
| Illiterate Population | 953 | 351 | 602 |
Connectivity of Kottaiyur
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Kottaiyur. As per the 2011 stats, Kottaiyur had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| 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 |
Nearby Villages of Kottaiyur
Knowing the nearby villages of Kottaiyur helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Kottaiyur.
Frequently Asked Questions about Kottaiyur
- Where is Kottaiyur located?
- Kottaiyur village is situated in Thuraiyur Taluka, within the Tiruchirappalli district of Tamil Nadu, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Kottaiyur?
- Kottaiyur serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
- What is the pincode of Kottaiyur?
- The pincode of Kottaiyur is 621001, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Kottaiyur as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Kottaiyur is 2,976, with 1,474 males and 1,502 females.
- How many households are there in Kottaiyur as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Kottaiyur village has a total of 803 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Kottaiyur as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Kottaiyur is 67.98%. The male literacy rate is 76.19%, while the female literacy rate is 59.92%.