Kottapalayam
Kottapalayam is a village located in Thuraiyur taluka of Tiruchirappalli district in Tamil Nadu, India. It is situated 18km away from sub-district headquarter Thuraiyur (tehsildar office) and 68km away from district headquarter Tiruchirappalli. As per 2009 stats, Kottapalayam village is also a gram panchayat.
Kottapalayam has its own place in the vibrant Tiruchirappalli region. In the following sections, you’ll find details about population, literacy, households, children, caste data, area, pincode, local governance, nearby villages, connectivity, and more.
About Kottapalayam
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Kottapalayam is 635766. The village spans a total geographical area of 445.99 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 621003. Uppiliapuram is nearest town to Kottapalayam village for all major economic activities.
When it comes to local governance, Kottapalayam 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.
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Population of Kottapalayam
Below is a concise population overview of Kottapalayam as per the Census 2011 data. The table highlights the key population metrics categorized by gender and social groups.
| Particulars | 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 | N/A | 40 |
| Literate Population | 4,284 | 2,114 | 2,170 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,867 | 702 | 1,165 |
Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Kottapalayam village:
- The total population of Kottapalayam village is around 6,151, including approximately 2,816 males and 3,335 females, with a sex ratio of 1184 females per 1,000 males.
- There are about 553 children aged 0–6 years in Kottapalayam village, reflecting the young population in the village.
- Kottapalayam village has 1,834 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC) and 40 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
- The literacy rate of Kottapalayam village is about 69.65%, with male literacy at 75.07% and female literacy at 65.07%.
- There are around 1,724 households in Kottapalayam village.
Connectivity of Kottapalayam
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Kottapalayam. As per the 2011 stats, Kottapalayam 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 Kottapalayam
Knowing the nearby villages of Kottapalayam helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Kottapalayam.
Frequently Asked Questions about Kottapalayam
- Where is Kottapalayam located?
- Kottapalayam village is situated in Thuraiyur Taluka, within the Tiruchirappalli district of Tamil Nadu, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Kottapalayam?
- Kottapalayam serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
- What is the pincode of Kottapalayam?
- The pincode of Kottapalayam is 621003, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Kottapalayam as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Kottapalayam is 6,151, with 2,816 males and 3,335 females.
- How many households are there in Kottapalayam as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Kottapalayam village has a total of 1,724 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Kottapalayam as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Kottapalayam is 69.65%. The male literacy rate is 75.07%, while the female literacy rate is 65.07%.