Basic Details
Kothattai (கொத்தட்டை) is a village located in Parangipettai Block, within Cuddalore District, Tamil Nadu. It falls under the Kothattai Gram Panchayat and is situated around 8 km from Parangipettai and about 30 km from Cuddalore town, connected by NH‑36 and local rural roads.
Key Landmark
While no major temple is internationally recognized, local worship revolves around Vinayagar Temples, Mariamman Shrines, and village deities, which serve as cultural centers for annual festivals and rituals. Nearby towns like Parangipettai host larger temples.
Settlements
Kothattai includes:
Main Village Area with agri-fields and traditional households
Adjacent habitations like Karikuppam, Pudhukuppam, and Kothattai Colony, considered part of its extended community zone
Streets & Amenities
Kothattai features several functional and residential streets such as:
Main Street
Mariamman Kovil Street
Panchayat Office Road
Colony Road
Key village facilities include:
A Panchayat Office
Multiple water tanks and hand pumps
Government Primary and Middle Schools
Ration shop (PDS)
Anganwadi (Children’s Centre)
Small grocery stores, tea stalls, and seasonal vegetable vendors
Geography & Resources
The village is surrounded by wetlands, with nearby access to canal irrigation and rainfed fields. While there is no major river flowing through the village, water tanks and ponds support local agriculture.
Population & Lifestyle
Total Population: ~3,900
Households: ~939
Primary Occupation: Agriculture (Paddy, pulses, groundnut)
Other Livelihoods: Daily-wage labor, small businesses, commuting to Parangipettai or Pennadam
Youth recreation includes cricket matches, local volleyball, and evening gatherings near tea shops or bus stops.
Transport
Railway Access:
Pennadam Station (~4 km)
Talanallur Station (~5 km)
Chidambaram or Parangipettai (~8–10 km) for major rail connections
Bus Stops:
Regular mini-bus services connect Kothattai to:
Parangipettai (~8 km)
Bhuvanagiri (~6 km)
Tittakudi and Virudhachalam (~10–15 km range)
