Jittandahalli - Palakkodu, Dharmapuri
Jittandahalli is a village situated in the Palakkodu taluka of Dharmapuri district, Tamil Nadu. It is located approximately 19 km from the tehsil headquarters in Palakkodu and around 40 km from the district headquarters in Dharmapuri. Jittandahalli village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Jittandahalli is 643198. The village covers a total geographical area of 2209.31 hectares and falls under the 636805 pincode. Marandahalli is the nearest town.
Jittandahalli 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 Jittandahalli
As per Census 2011, Jittandahalli village has a total population of 6,215 people, consisting of 3,183 males and 3,032 females. The village has 1,536 households and a sex ratio of 952 females per 1,000 males. There are 721 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 3,026 literate and 3,189 illiterate residents. Additionally, 838 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 210 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Jittandahalli are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 6,215 | 3,183 | 3,032 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 721 | 373 | 348 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 838 | 417 | 421 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 210 | 104 | 106 |
| Literate Population | 3,026 | 1,765 | 1,261 |
| Illiterate Population | 3,189 | 1,418 | 1,771 |
Nearby Villages of Jittandahalli
Jittandahalli 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Giddanahalli | South | 2.90 km |
| Mahendramangalam | South-East | 3.16 km |
| Gummanur | West | 4.81 km |
| Thandagoundarahalli | North-East | 5.01 km |
| Velakalahalli | East | 5.15 km |
| Chudanur | North-West | 5.18 km |
| Odayandahalli | North-West | 5.25 km |
| Jakkasamudram | South | 5.48 km |
| Echanahalli | North | 6.33 km |
| Chennanahalli | South-West | 6.58 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Jittandahalli
Jittandahalli is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Marandahalli, while the nearest airport is Salem Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 55.2 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| 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 Jittandahalli is about 40 km, with the usual travel time around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Jittandahalli
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Jittandahalli 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 Jittandahalli
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Jittandahalli 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 Jittandahalli
Where is Jittandahalli located?
Jittandahalli village is located in Palakkodu Taluka, Dharmapuri district, Tamil Nadu, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Jittandahalli?
Jittandahalli is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Jittandahalli?
The pincode of Jittandahalli is 636805.
What is the population of Jittandahalli?
Jittandahalli has a total population of 6,215, including 3,183 males and 3,032 females.
How many households are there in Jittandahalli?
There are 1,536 households in Jittandahalli.
What is the literacy rate in Jittandahalli?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Jittandahalli is 48.69%. Male literacy is 55.45% and female literacy is 41.59%.