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.
Here you can discover what makes Palankottai unique in its vibrant Sankarankoil-Tirunelveli region. You’ll see Palankottai’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 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
According to the 2011 Census, Palankottai has a total population of about 7,915, with approximately 3,900 males and 4,015 females. The sex ratio is around 1029 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 929 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 5,682 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. Information about the Scheduled Tribes (ST) population is not available. The overall literacy rate is approximately 65.72%, with male literacy at about 74.46% and female literacy near 57.24%. There are around 2,201 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Palankottai's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| 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 |
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%.