Ethilodu
Ethilodu is a village located in Nilakkottai taluka of Dindigul district in Tamil Nadu, India. It is situated 11km away from sub-district headquarter Nilakkottai (tehsildar office) and 40km away from district headquarter Dindigul. As per 2009 stats, Ethilodu village is also a gram panchayat.
Here you can discover what makes Ethilodu unique in its vibrant Nilakkottai-Dindigul region. You’ll see Ethilodu’s rich profile with demographics like population, households, literacy, sex ratio, kids, castes etc., geographical details like satellite map, area, pincode, plus local governance through gram panchayat, broader constituencies, nearby villages, connectivity, and answers to common questions.
About Ethilodu
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Ethilodu is 635468. The village spans a total geographical area of 1431.42 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 624219. Nilakkottai is nearest town to Ethilodu village for all major economic activities.
Google Map of Ethilodu
Population of Ethilodu
According to the 2011 Census, Ethilodu has a total population of about 9,580, with approximately 4,815 males and 4,765 females. The sex ratio is around 989 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 1,019 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 2,967 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. Information about the Scheduled Tribes (ST) population is not available. The overall literacy rate is approximately 62.23%, with male literacy at about 71.15% and female literacy near 53.22%. There are around 2,496 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Ethilodu's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 9,580 | 4,815 | 4,765 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 1,019 | 514 | 505 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 2,967 | 1,461 | 1,506 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Literate Population | 5,962 | 3,426 | 2,536 |
| Illiterate Population | 3,618 | 1,389 | 2,229 |
Connectivity of Ethilodu
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Ethilodu. As per the 2011 stats, Ethilodu had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Available within village |
| Railway Station | Available within 5 - 10 km distance |
Nearby Villages of Ethilodu
Knowing the nearby villages of Ethilodu helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Ethilodu.
Frequently Asked Questions about Ethilodu
- Where is Ethilodu located?
- Ethilodu village is situated in Nilakkottai Taluka, within the Dindigul district of Tamil Nadu, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Ethilodu?
- Ethilodu serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
- What is the pincode of Ethilodu?
- The pincode of Ethilodu is 624219, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Ethilodu as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Ethilodu is 9,580, with 4,815 males and 4,765 females.
- How many households are there in Ethilodu as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Ethilodu village has a total of 2,496 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Ethilodu as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Ethilodu is 62.23%. The male literacy rate is 71.15%, while the female literacy rate is 53.22%.