Thottalam
Thottalam is a village located in Ambur taluka of Vellore district in Tamil Nadu, India. Vellore and Ambur are the district & sub-district headquarters of Thottalam village respectively. As per 2009 stats, Thottalam village is also a gram panchayat.
Here you can discover what makes Thottalam unique in its vibrant Ambur-Vellore region. You’ll see Thottalam’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 Thottalam
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Thottalam is 630998. The village spans a total geographical area of 371.48 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 635804. Gudiyatham is nearest town to Thottalam village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 12km away.
When it comes to local governance, Thottalam 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 Ambur Vidhan Sabha constituency for state-level representation and the Vellore Lok Sabha constituency for national parliamentary elections. The local administration is responsible for civic services and development within the village.
Google Map of Thottalam
Population of Thottalam
According to the 2011 Census, Thottalam has a total population of about 3,660, with approximately 1,791 males and 1,869 females. The sex ratio is around 1043 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 410 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 977 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 50.11%, with male literacy at about 55.28% and female literacy near 45.16%. There are around 850 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Thottalam's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 3,660 | 1,791 | 1,869 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 410 | 205 | 205 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 977 | 489 | 488 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1 | N/A | 1 |
| Literate Population | 1,834 | 990 | 844 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,826 | 801 | 1,025 |
Connectivity of Thottalam
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Thottalam. As per the 2011 stats, Thottalam 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 4 km distance |
Nearby Villages of Thottalam
Knowing the nearby villages of Thottalam helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Thottalam.
Frequently Asked Questions about Thottalam
- Where is Thottalam located?
- Thottalam village is situated in Ambur Taluka, within the Vellore district of Tamil Nadu, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Thottalam?
- Thottalam serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
- What is the pincode of Thottalam?
- The pincode of Thottalam is 635804, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Thottalam as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Thottalam is 3,660, with 1,791 males and 1,869 females.
- How many households are there in Thottalam as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Thottalam village has a total of 850 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Thottalam as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Thottalam is 50.11%. The male literacy rate is 55.28%, while the female literacy rate is 45.16%.