Kottaiyur


Kottaiyur is a suburb of Karaikudi located in northern part of Karaikudi town in Sivaganga district of the Indian state of Tamil Nadu. The village is famous for Kottaiyur Sivan Temple which is one of the master pieces in the Chettinadu region.

Geography

Kottaiyur has an average elevation of and is located north in Karaikudi, on the Karaikudi-Trichy Highway

Demographics

Indian census, Kottaiyur had a population of 14766 of which 49% was male and 51% female. The literacy rate of 75% is higher than the national average of 59.5%. Among men, the literacy rate is 79%, compared to 71% among females. 10% of the population is under six years of age.

Education Institutions

Kottaiyur have well reputed schools and colleges around its town. Lot of students from near by surrounding villages and towns are studying here.
Following are notable institutions
Alagappa University second entrance with memorial arch and Dr.Alagappa chettiyar statue is located in Kottaiyur - Sri Ram Nagar Railway gate area.

Notable individuals