Kottakulam
Kottakulam is a village located in Chengam taluka of Tiruvannamalai district in Tamil Nadu, India. Tiruvannamalai and Chengam are the district & sub-district headquarters of Kottakulam village respectively. As per 2009 stats, Kottakulam village is also a gram panchayat.
Here you can discover what makes Kottakulam unique in its vibrant Chengam-Tiruvannamalai region. You’ll see Kottakulam’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 Kottakulam
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Kottakulam is 631899. The village spans a total geographical area of 660.98 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 606709. Chengam is nearest town to Kottakulam village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 7km away.
Google Map of Kottakulam
Population of Kottakulam
According to the 2011 Census, Kottakulam has a total population of about 2,820, with approximately 1,430 males and 1,390 females. The sex ratio is around 972 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 346 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 1,254 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 54.04%, with male literacy at about 60.84% and female literacy near 47.05%. There are around 665 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Kottakulam's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,820 | 1,430 | 1,390 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 346 | 186 | 160 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 1,254 | 629 | 625 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Literate Population | 1,524 | 870 | 654 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,296 | 560 | 736 |
Connectivity of Kottakulam
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Kottakulam. As per the 2011 stats, Kottakulam 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 28 km distance |
Nearby Villages of Kottakulam
Knowing the nearby villages of Kottakulam helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Kottakulam.
Frequently Asked Questions about Kottakulam
- Where is Kottakulam located?
- Kottakulam village is situated in Chengam Taluka, within the Tiruvannamalai district of Tamil Nadu, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Kottakulam?
- Kottakulam serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
- What is the pincode of Kottakulam?
- The pincode of Kottakulam is 606709, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Kottakulam as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Kottakulam is 2,820, with 1,430 males and 1,390 females.
- How many households are there in Kottakulam as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Kottakulam village has a total of 665 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Kottakulam as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Kottakulam is 54.04%. The male literacy rate is 60.84%, while the female literacy rate is 47.05%.