Kothur
Kothur is a village located in Tirupathur taluka of Vellore district in Tamil Nadu, India. Vellore and Tirupathur are the district & sub-district headquarters of Kothur village respectively. As per 2009 stats, Kothur village is also a gram panchayat.
Here you can discover what makes Kothur unique in its vibrant Tirupathur-Vellore region. You’ll see Kothur’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 Kothur
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Kothur is 631067. The village spans a total geographical area of 1680.42 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 635854. Natrampalli is nearest town to Kothur village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 6km away.
When it comes to local governance, Kothur 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 Gudiyattam 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 Kothur
Population of Kothur
According to the 2011 Census, Kothur has a total population of about 7,712, with approximately 3,889 males and 3,823 females. The sex ratio is around 983 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 839 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 769 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 5. The overall literacy rate is approximately 63.63%, with male literacy at about 71.66% and female literacy near 55.45%. There are around 1,846 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Kothur's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 7,712 | 3,889 | 3,823 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 839 | 406 | 433 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 769 | 395 | 374 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 5 | 2 | 3 |
| Literate Population | 4,907 | 2,787 | 2,120 |
| Illiterate Population | 2,805 | 1,102 | 1,703 |
Connectivity of Kothur
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Kothur. As per the 2011 stats, Kothur 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 Kothur
Knowing the nearby villages of Kothur helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Kothur.
Frequently Asked Questions about Kothur
- Where is Kothur located?
- Kothur village is situated in Tirupathur Taluka, within the Vellore district of Tamil Nadu, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Kothur?
- Kothur serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
- What is the pincode of Kothur?
- The pincode of Kothur is 635854, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Kothur as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Kothur is 7,712, with 3,889 males and 3,823 females.
- How many households are there in Kothur as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Kothur village has a total of 1,846 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Kothur as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Kothur is 63.63%. The male literacy rate is 71.66%, while the female literacy rate is 55.45%.