Palankottai
Palankottai is a village located in Sankarankoil taluka of Tirunelveli district in Tamil Nadu, India. It is situated 20km away from sub-district headquarter Sankarankoil (tehsildar office) and 60km away from district headquarter Tirunelveli. As per 2009 stats, Palankottai village is also a gram panchayat.
Palankottai has its own place in the vibrant Tirunelveli 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 Palankottai
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Palankottai is 642694. The village spans a total geographical area of 1969 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 628552. Kalugumalai is nearest town to Palankottai village for all major economic activities.
Google Map of Palankottai
Population of Palankottai
Below is a concise population overview of Palankottai 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 | 7,915 | 3,900 | 4,015 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 929 | 461 | 468 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 5,682 | 2,762 | 2,920 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Literate Population | 5,202 | 2,904 | 2,298 |
| Illiterate Population | 2,713 | 996 | 1,717 |
Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Palankottai village:
- The total population of Palankottai village is around 7,915, including approximately 3,900 males and 4,015 females, with a sex ratio of 1029 females per 1,000 males.
- There are about 929 children aged 0–6 years in Palankottai village, reflecting the young population in the village.
- Palankottai village has 5,682 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC).
- The literacy rate of Palankottai village is about 65.72%, with male literacy at 74.46% and female literacy at 57.24%.
- There are around 2,201 households in Palankottai village.
Connectivity of Palankottai
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Palankottai. As per the 2011 stats, Palankottai 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 Palankottai
Knowing the nearby villages of Palankottai helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Palankottai.
Frequently Asked Questions about Palankottai
- Where is Palankottai located?
- Palankottai village is situated in Sankarankoil Taluka, within the Tirunelveli district of Tamil Nadu, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Palankottai?
- Palankottai serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
- What is the pincode of Palankottai?
- The pincode of Palankottai is 628552, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Palankottai as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Palankottai is 7,915, with 3,900 males and 4,015 females.
- How many households are there in Palankottai as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Palankottai village has a total of 2,201 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Palankottai as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Palankottai is 65.72%. The male literacy rate is 74.46%, while the female literacy rate is 57.24%.