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About Palankottai
Palankottai is a rural settlement in Sankarankoil, Tirunelveli, Tamil Nadu. It has a population of 7,915 in about 2,201 households (avg size: 3.6). Approximate literacy: 65.72%.
Population of Palankottai
| Population (Total) | 7,915 |
| Male | 3,900 |
| Female | 4,015 |
| Children (0–6 years) | 929 |
| Households | 2,201 |
| Literate persons | 5,202 |
| Illiterate persons | 2,713 |
| Total workers | 4,238 |
| Sex ratio (♀ per 1000 ♂) | 1029 |
| Literacy (approx.) | 65.72% |
| SC population | 5,682 |
| ST population | 0 |
Connectivity of Palankottai
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Palankottai. As per the 2011-derived dataset, local transport access for Palankottai is summarized below.
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Available |
| Railway Station | Not available within village |
| Nearest Bus Stop | Within 5 km |
| Nearest Railway Station | Nearest railway station info not available |
| Nearest Airport | No nearby airport recorded |
How to find Palankottai on map
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Frequently Asked Questions about Palankottai
What is the population of Palankottai?
7,915 (approx.)
What is the literacy rate in Palankottai?
65.72%
What is the gender ratio in Palankottai?
1029 females per 1000 males
How many households are there in Palankottai?
2,201 households (avg size 3.6)
What facilities are available in Palankottai?
Likely basic facilities (primary school, health sub-centre). Add facility details to extraJSON for exact names.
Which villages are nearby?
Sankarankoil (350,144), Sankarankoil (284,530), Sankarankoil (65,614), Sendamangalam (15,613), Kalppakulam (12,470), Karivalamvandanallur (10,581), Madhathupatti (8,400), Veerasigamani (8,140), Palankottai (7,915), Vanniconendal (7,722)
Is Palankottai rural or urban?
Rural