Kelapparai - Harur, Dharmapuri
Kelapparai is a village situated in the Harur taluka of Dharmapuri district, Tamil Nadu. It is located approximately 5 km from the tehsil headquarters in Harur and around 46 km from the district headquarters in Dharmapuri. Ellapudayampatty serves as the Gram Panchayat for Kelapparai village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Kelapparai is 643429. The village covers a total geographical area of 307.45 hectares and falls under the 636903 pincode. Harur is the nearest town.
Kelapparai village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Harur Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Dharmapuri Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Kelapparai
As per Census 2011, Kelapparai village has a total population of 3,010 people, consisting of 1,542 males and 1,468 females. The village has 785 households and a sex ratio of 952 females per 1,000 males. There are 405 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,515 literate and 1,495 illiterate residents. Additionally, 1,133 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Kelapparai are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 3,010 | 1,542 | 1,468 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 405 | 206 | 199 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 1,133 | 569 | 564 |
| Literate Population | 1,515 | 919 | 596 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,495 | 623 | 872 |
Nearby Villages of Kelapparai
Kelapparai is surrounded by several neighbouring villages in various directions. The table below lists these nearby villages along with their approximate aerial (straight-line) distances and directions from the village:
| Nearby Village | Direction | Approx. Distance (Aerial) |
|---|---|---|
| Ellepudayampatti | North-West | 1.67 km |
| Pudur | South-East | 1.77 km |
| Ponneri | North-East | 2.17 km |
| Kiraipatty | West | 2.19 km |
| Samanattam | South | 2.69 km |
| Thedampatti | North | 2.99 km |
| Kammalampatty | North | 3.20 km |
| Veppampatti | North-East | 3.56 km |
| Kudumiyampatty | South-West | 3.62 km |
| Ittaiampatty | North | 4.06 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Kelapparai
Kelapparai is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Morappur, while the nearest airport is Salem Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 43.6 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | Yes | Available within village |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. the road distance from Dharmapuri to Kelapparai is about 46 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Kelapparai
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Kelapparai village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | Yes | Available within village |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Kelapparai
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Kelapparai village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | Yes | Available within village |
FAQs about Kelapparai
Where is Kelapparai located?
Kelapparai village is located in Harur Taluka, Dharmapuri district, Tamil Nadu, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Kelapparai?
The Gram Panchayat of Kelapparai is Ellapudayampatty.
What is the pincode of Kelapparai?
The pincode of Kelapparai is 636903.
What is the population of Kelapparai?
Kelapparai has a total population of 3,010, including 1,542 males and 1,468 females.
How many households are there in Kelapparai?
There are 785 households in Kelapparai.
What is the literacy rate in Kelapparai?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Kelapparai is 50.33%. Male literacy is 59.60% and female literacy is 40.60%.