Kothakottai
Kothakottai is a village located in Vaniyambadi taluka of Vellore district in Tamil Nadu, India. Vellore and Vaniyambadi are the district & sub-district headquarters of Kothakottai village respectively. As per 2009 stats, Vijilapuram is the gram panchayat of Kothakottai village.
Kothakottai has its own place in the vibrant Vellore region. In the following sections, you’ll find details about population, literacy, households, children, caste data, area, pincode, local governance, nearby villages, connectivity, and more.
About Kothakottai
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Kothakottai is 630923. The village spans a total geographical area of 1329.15 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 635752. Vaniyambadi is nearest town to Kothakottai village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 9km away.
When it comes to local governance, Kothakottai 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 Vaniyambadi 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 Kothakottai
Population of Kothakottai
Below is a concise population overview of Kothakottai as per the Census 2011 data. The table highlights the key population metrics categorized by gender and social groups.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 9,408 | 4,902 | 4,506 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 1,250 | 655 | 595 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 265 | 136 | 129 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 459 | 236 | 223 |
| Literate Population | 5,707 | 3,369 | 2,338 |
| Illiterate Population | 3,701 | 1,533 | 2,168 |
Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Kothakottai village:
- The total population of Kothakottai village is around 9,408, including approximately 4,902 males and 4,506 females, with a sex ratio of 919 females per 1,000 males.
- There are about 1,250 children aged 0–6 years in Kothakottai village, reflecting the young population in the village.
- Kothakottai village has 265 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC) and 459 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
- The literacy rate of Kothakottai village is about 60.66%, with male literacy at 68.73% and female literacy at 51.89%.
- There are around 2,166 households in Kothakottai village.
Connectivity of Kothakottai
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Kothakottai. As per the 2011 stats, Kothakottai 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 9 km distance |
Nearby Villages of Kothakottai
Knowing the nearby villages of Kothakottai helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Kothakottai.
Frequently Asked Questions about Kothakottai
- Where is Kothakottai located?
- Kothakottai village is situated in Vaniyambadi Taluka, within the Vellore district of Tamil Nadu, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Kothakottai?
- The Gram Panchayat of Kothakottai is Vijilapuram (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the pincode of Kothakottai?
- The pincode of Kothakottai is 635752, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Kothakottai as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Kothakottai is 9,408, with 4,902 males and 4,506 females.
- How many households are there in Kothakottai as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Kothakottai village has a total of 2,166 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Kothakottai as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Kothakottai is 60.66%. The male literacy rate is 68.73%, while the female literacy rate is 51.89%.