Kottupakkam
Kottupakkam is a village located in Vandavasi taluka of Tiruvannamalai district in Tamil Nadu, India. Tiruvannamalai and Vandavasi are the district & sub-district headquarters of Kottupakkam village respectively. As per 2009 stats, Kottupakkam village is also a gram panchayat.
Here you can discover what makes Kottupakkam unique in its vibrant Vandavasi-Tiruvannamalai region. You’ll see Kottupakkam’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 Kottupakkam
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Kottupakkam is 631582. The village spans a total geographical area of 252 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 604502. Chetpet is nearest town to Kottupakkam village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 15km away.
When it comes to local governance, Kottupakkam 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 Vandavasi Vidhan Sabha constituency for state-level representation and the Arani Lok Sabha constituency for national parliamentary elections. The local administration is responsible for civic services and development within the village.
Google Map of Kottupakkam
Population of Kottupakkam
According to the 2011 Census, Kottupakkam has a total population of about 963, with approximately 497 males and 466 females. The sex ratio is around 937 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 86 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 355 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population includes 1 person. The overall literacy rate is approximately 70.61%, with male literacy at about 79.88% and female literacy near 60.73%. There are around 242 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Kottupakkam's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 963 | 497 | 466 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 86 | 47 | 39 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 355 | 191 | 164 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1 | 1 | N/A |
| Literate Population | 680 | 397 | 283 |
| Illiterate Population | 283 | 100 | 183 |
Connectivity of Kottupakkam
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Kottupakkam. As per the 2011 stats, Kottupakkam 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 3 km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within 61 km distance |
Nearby Villages of Kottupakkam
Knowing the nearby villages of Kottupakkam helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Kottupakkam.
Frequently Asked Questions about Kottupakkam
- Where is Kottupakkam located?
- Kottupakkam village is situated in Vandavasi Taluka, within the Tiruvannamalai district of Tamil Nadu, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Kottupakkam?
- Kottupakkam serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
- What is the pincode of Kottupakkam?
- The pincode of Kottupakkam is 604502, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Kottupakkam as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Kottupakkam is 963, with 497 males and 466 females.
- How many households are there in Kottupakkam as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Kottupakkam village has a total of 242 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Kottupakkam as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Kottupakkam is 70.61%. The male literacy rate is 79.88%, while the female literacy rate is 60.73%.