Kolathur
Kolathur is a village located in Arani taluka of Tiruvannamalai district in Tamil Nadu, India. Tiruvannamalai and Arani are the district & sub-district headquarters of Kolathur village respectively. As per 2009 stats, Kolathur village is also a gram panchayat.
Here you can discover what makes Kolathur unique in its vibrant Arani-Tiruvannamalai region. You’ll see Kolathur’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 Kolathur
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Kolathur is 631165. The village spans a total geographical area of 766.77 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 632311. Kannamangalam is nearest town to Kolathur village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 3km away.
As per 2019 stats, Kolathur village comes under Arani assembly & parliamentary constituency.
Google Map of Kolathur
Population of Kolathur
According to the 2011 Census, Kolathur has a total population of about 4,947, with approximately 2,486 males and 2,461 females. The sex ratio is around 989 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 497 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 561 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 18. The overall literacy rate is approximately 70.55%, with male literacy at about 78.44% and female literacy near 62.58%. There are around 1,197 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Kolathur's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 4,947 | 2,486 | 2,461 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 497 | 243 | 254 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 561 | 288 | 273 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 18 | 10 | 8 |
| Literate Population | 3,490 | 1,950 | 1,540 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,457 | 536 | 921 |
Connectivity of Kolathur
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Kolathur. As per the 2011 stats, Kolathur 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 3 km distance |
Nearby Villages of Kolathur
Knowing the nearby villages of Kolathur helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Kolathur.
Frequently Asked Questions about Kolathur
- Where is Kolathur located?
- Kolathur village is situated in Arani Taluka, within the Tiruvannamalai district of Tamil Nadu, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Kolathur?
- Kolathur serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
- What is the pincode of Kolathur?
- The pincode of Kolathur is 632311, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Kolathur as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Kolathur is 4,947, with 2,486 males and 2,461 females.
- How many households are there in Kolathur as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Kolathur village has a total of 1,197 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Kolathur as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Kolathur is 70.55%. The male literacy rate is 78.44%, while the female literacy rate is 62.58%.