Kottagam
Kottagam is a village located in Tirukkoyilur taluka of Viluppuram district in Tamil Nadu, India. It is situated 9km away from sub-district headquarter Tirukkoyilur (tehsildar office) and 48km away from district headquarter Viluppuram.
Kottagam has its own place in the vibrant Viluppuram 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 Kottagam
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Kottagam is 633101. The village spans a total geographical area of 204.6 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 605754. Mannalurpettai is nearest town to Kottagam village for all major economic activities.
Google Map of Kottagam
Population of Kottagam
Below is a concise population overview of Kottagam as per the Census 2011 data. The table highlights the key population metrics categorized by gender and social groups.
Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
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Total Population | 938 | 501 | 437 |
Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 117 | 68 | 49 |
Scheduled Castes (SC) | 678 | 358 | 320 |
Scheduled Tribes (ST) | N/A | N/A | N/A |
Literate Population | 505 | 278 | 227 |
Illiterate Population | 433 | 223 | 210 |
Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Kottagam village:
- The total population of Kottagam village is around 938, including approximately 501 males and 437 females, with a sex ratio of 872 females per 1,000 males.
- There are about 117 children aged 0–6 years in Kottagam village, reflecting the young population in the village.
- Kottagam village has 678 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC).
- The literacy rate of Kottagam village is about 53.84%, with male literacy at 55.49% and female literacy at 51.95%.
- There are around 226 households in Kottagam village.
Connectivity of Kottagam
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Kottagam. As per the 2011 stats, Kottagam had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
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Public Bus Service | Available within village |
Private Bus Service | Available within <5 km distance |
Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Kottagam
Knowing the nearby villages of Kottagam helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Kottagam.
Frequently Asked Questions about Kottagam
- Where is Kottagam located?
- Kottagam village is situated in Tirukkoyilur Taluka, within the Viluppuram district of Tamil Nadu, India.
- What is the pincode of Kottagam?
- The pincode of Kottagam is 605754, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Kottagam as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Kottagam is 938, with 501 males and 437 females.
- How many households are there in Kottagam as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Kottagam village has a total of 226 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Kottagam as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Kottagam is 53.84%. The male literacy rate is 55.49%, while the female literacy rate is 51.95%.