Kottapalayam (East) - Thuraiyur, Tiruchirappalli
Kottapalayam (East) is a village situated in the Thuraiyur taluka of Tiruchirappalli district, Tamil Nadu. It is located approximately 18 km from the tehsil headquarters in Thuraiyur and around 68 km from the district headquarters in Tiruchirappalli. Kottapalayam serves as the Gram Panchayat for Kottapalayam (East) village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Kottapalayam (East) is 635766. The village covers a total geographical area of 445.99 hectares and falls under the 621003 pincode. Uppiliapuram is the nearest town.
Kottapalayam (East) village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a President serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Thuraiyur Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Perambalur Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Kottapalayam (East)
According to the 2011 Census, Kottapalayam (East) village had a total population of 6,151 people, including 2,816 males and 3,335 females, living in 1,724 households. The sex ratio was 1,184 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 76.53%, with male literacy at 83.36% and female literacy at 70.87%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 1,834, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 40.
The table below presents a detailed demographic breakdown of the village, including separate male and female figures for each population category.
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 6,151 | 2,816 | 3,335 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 553 | 280 | 273 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 1,834 | 831 | 1,003 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 40 | 0 | 40 |
| Literate Population | 4,284 | 2,114 | 2,170 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,867 | 702 | 1,165 |
Nearby Villages of Kottapalayam (East)
Kottapalayam (East) 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 Kottapalayam (East)
Public transport in the Kottapalayam (East) is mainly available through bus services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. the road distance from Tiruchirappalli to Kottapalayam (East) is about 68 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.9 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Kottapalayam (East)
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Kottapalayam (East) village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | Yes | Available within village |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Kottapalayam (East)
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Kottapalayam (East) village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | Yes | Available within village |
FAQs about Kottapalayam (East)
Where is Kottapalayam (East) located?
Kottapalayam (East) village is located in Thuraiyur Taluka, Tiruchirappalli district, Tamil Nadu, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Kottapalayam (East)?
The Gram Panchayat of Kottapalayam (East) is Kottapalayam.
What is the pincode of Kottapalayam (East)?
The pincode of Kottapalayam (East) is 621003.
What is the population of Kottapalayam (East)?
Kottapalayam (East) had a total population of 6,151, including 2,816 males and 3,335 females.
How many households are there in Kottapalayam (East)?
Kottapalayam (East) had 1,724 households.
What is the literacy rate in Kottapalayam (East)?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Kottapalayam (East) was 76.53%. Male literacy was 83.36% and female literacy was 70.87%.