Thottiyam

Thottiyam is a village located in Kallakkurichi taluka of Viluppuram district in Tamil Nadu, India. It is situated 9km away from sub-district headquarter Kallakkurichi (tehsildar office) and 54km away from district headquarter Viluppuram. As per 2009 stats, Thottiam is the gram panchayat of Thottiyam village.

Here you can discover what makes Thottiyam unique in its vibrant Kallakkurichi-Viluppuram region. You’ll see Thottiyam’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 Thottiyam

According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Thottiyam is 633468. The village spans a total geographical area of 599.67 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 606201. Chinnaselam is nearest town to Thottiyam village for all major economic activities.

When it comes to local governance, Thottiyam 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 Sankarapuram Vidhan Sabha constituency for state-level representation and the Kallakurichi Lok Sabha constituency for national parliamentary elections. The local administration is responsible for civic services and development within the village.

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Population of Thottiyam

According to the 2011 Census, Thottiyam has a total population of about 4,377, with approximately 2,195 males and 2,182 females. The sex ratio is around 994 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 530 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 1,716 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 6. The overall literacy rate is approximately 57.30%, with male literacy at about 67.79% and female literacy near 46.75%. There are around 1,142 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Thottiyam's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.

ParticularsTotalMaleFemale
Total Population 4,377 2,195 2,182
Child Population (0–6 yrs) 530 271 259
Scheduled Castes (SC) 1,716 874 842
Scheduled Tribes (ST) 6 6 N/A
Literate Population 2,508 1,488 1,020
Illiterate Population 1,869 707 1,162

Connectivity of Thottiyam

Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Thottiyam. As per the 2011 stats, Thottiyam 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 Thottiyam

Knowing the nearby villages of Thottiyam helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Thottiyam.

Frequently Asked Questions about Thottiyam

Where is Thottiyam located?
Thottiyam village is situated in Kallakkurichi Taluka, within the Viluppuram district of Tamil Nadu, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Thottiyam?
The Gram Panchayat of Thottiyam is Thottiam (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
What is the pincode of Thottiyam?
The pincode of Thottiyam is 606201, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
What is the population of Thottiyam as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Thottiyam is 4,377, with 2,195 males and 2,182 females.
How many households are there in Thottiyam as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Thottiyam village has a total of 1,142 households.
What is the literacy rate in Thottiyam as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Thottiyam is 57.30%. The male literacy rate is 67.79%, while the female literacy rate is 46.75%.