Kottaiyur
Kottaiyur is a village located in Kallakkurichi taluka of Viluppuram district in Tamil Nadu, India. It is situated 32km away from sub-district headquarter Kallakkurichi (tehsildar office) and 77km away from district headquarter Viluppuram. As per 2009 stats, Kottaiyur village is also a gram panchayat.
Here you can discover what makes Kottaiyur unique in its vibrant Kallakkurichi-Viluppuram region. You’ll see Kottaiyur’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 Kottaiyur
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Kottaiyur is 633489. The village spans a total geographical area of 444.47 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 606305. Thiyagadurgam is nearest town to Kottaiyur village for all major economic activities.
As per 2019 stats, Kottaiyur village comes under Kallakurichi assembly & parliamentary constituency.
Google Map of Kottaiyur
Population of Kottaiyur
According to the 2011 Census, Kottaiyur has a total population of about 1,698, with approximately 859 males and 839 females. The sex ratio is around 976 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 219 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 1,034 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 53.89%, with male literacy at about 59.72% and female literacy near 47.91%. There are around 396 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Kottaiyur's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,698 | 859 | 839 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 219 | 118 | 101 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 1,034 | 517 | 517 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Literate Population | 915 | 513 | 402 |
| Illiterate Population | 783 | 346 | 437 |
Connectivity of Kottaiyur
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Kottaiyur. As per the 2011 stats, Kottaiyur 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 5 - 10 km distance |
Nearby Villages of Kottaiyur
Knowing the nearby villages of Kottaiyur helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Kottaiyur.
Frequently Asked Questions about Kottaiyur
- Where is Kottaiyur located?
- Kottaiyur village is situated in Kallakkurichi Taluka, within the Viluppuram district of Tamil Nadu, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Kottaiyur?
- Kottaiyur serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
- What is the pincode of Kottaiyur?
- The pincode of Kottaiyur is 606305, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Kottaiyur as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Kottaiyur is 1,698, with 859 males and 839 females.
- How many households are there in Kottaiyur as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Kottaiyur village has a total of 396 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Kottaiyur as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Kottaiyur is 53.89%. The male literacy rate is 59.72%, while the female literacy rate is 47.91%.