Booganahalli - Palakkodu, Dharmapuri
Booganahalli is a village situated in the Palakkodu taluka of Dharmapuri district, Tamil Nadu. It is located approximately 17 km from the tehsil headquarters in Palakkodu and around 12 km from the district headquarters in Dharmapuri. Booganahalli village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Booganahalli is 643284. The village covers a total geographical area of 891.07 hectares and falls under the 636808 pincode. Dharmapuri is the nearest town.
Booganahalli village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Palacodu Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Dharmapuri Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Booganahalli
As per Census 2011, Booganahalli village has a total population of 5,240 people, consisting of 2,741 males and 2,499 females. The village has 1,299 households and a sex ratio of 911 females per 1,000 males. There are 698 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 2,740 literate and 2,500 illiterate residents. Additionally, 655 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 1 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Booganahalli are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 5,240 | 2,741 | 2,499 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 698 | 376 | 322 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 655 | 353 | 302 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1 | 1 | - |
| Literate Population | 2,740 | 1,648 | 1,092 |
| Illiterate Population | 2,500 | 1,093 | 1,407 |
Nearby Villages of Booganahalli
Booganahalli 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Madehalli | North-West | 2.81 km |
| Sekkodi | South | 3.25 km |
| Velampatti | West | 3.40 km |
| P. Gollahalli | North | 3.50 km |
| Selliyampatti | East | 3.55 km |
| Jagirburgur | East | 4.40 km |
| Begarahalli | North-East | 4.75 km |
| Onnappagoundanahalli | West | 4.87 km |
| Kadagathur | South-East | 4.92 km |
| Pulikkarai | North | 5.06 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Booganahalli
Booganahalli is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Palakkodu, while the nearest airport is Salem Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 35.5 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. the road distance from Dharmapuri to Booganahalli is about 12 km, with the usual travel time around 30-60 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Booganahalli
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Booganahalli village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Booganahalli
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Booganahalli village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Booganahalli
Where is Booganahalli located?
Booganahalli village is located in Palakkodu Taluka, Dharmapuri district, Tamil Nadu, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Booganahalli?
Booganahalli is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Booganahalli?
The pincode of Booganahalli is 636808.
What is the population of Booganahalli?
Booganahalli has a total population of 5,240, including 2,741 males and 2,499 females.
How many households are there in Booganahalli?
There are 1,299 households in Booganahalli.
What is the literacy rate in Booganahalli?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Booganahalli is 52.29%. Male literacy is 60.12% and female literacy is 43.70%.