Andevanapalli - Denkanikottai, Krishnagiri
Andevanapalli is a village situated in the Denkanikottai taluka of Krishnagiri district, Tamil Nadu. It is located approximately 8 km from the tehsil headquarters in Denkanikottai and around 65 km from the district headquarters in Krishnagiri. Andevanapalli village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Andevanapalli is 644075. The village covers a total geographical area of 1273.92 hectares and falls under the 635107 pincode. Denkanikottai is the nearest town.
Andevanapalli village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Thalli Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Krishnagiri Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Andevanapalli
As per Census 2011, Andevanapalli village has a total population of 4,908 people, consisting of 2,509 males and 2,399 females. The village has 1,101 households and a sex ratio of 956 females per 1,000 males. There are 504 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 2,653 literate and 2,255 illiterate residents. Additionally, 383 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 1 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Andevanapalli are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 4,908 | 2,509 | 2,399 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 504 | 268 | 236 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 383 | 185 | 198 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1 | - | 1 |
| Literate Population | 2,653 | 1,550 | 1,103 |
| Illiterate Population | 2,255 | 959 | 1,296 |
Nearby Villages of Andevanapalli
Andevanapalli 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Noganoor R.f. | North | 2.73 km |
| Kolatti | South-East | 5.20 km |
| Karandapalli | West | 5.21 km |
| Erudukotta | East | 5.58 km |
| Noganoor | North | 5.80 km |
| Thavarakarai | North | 6.28 km |
| Anchetty R.f. | South | 7.68 km |
| Gullatty R.f. | South-East | 7.88 km |
| Kottur | North-West | 7.90 km |
| Santhanapalli | North-East | 7.96 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Andevanapalli
Andevanapalli is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within >10 km of the village. The nearest railway station is Periyanagathunai, while the nearest airport is Salem Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 61.8 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 Krishnagiri to Andevanapalli is about 65 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.9 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Andevanapalli
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Andevanapalli village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Andevanapalli
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Andevanapalli village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Andevanapalli
Where is Andevanapalli located?
Andevanapalli village is located in Denkanikottai Taluka, Krishnagiri district, Tamil Nadu, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Andevanapalli?
Andevanapalli is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Andevanapalli?
The pincode of Andevanapalli is 635107.
What is the population of Andevanapalli?
Andevanapalli has a total population of 4,908, including 2,509 males and 2,399 females.
How many households are there in Andevanapalli?
There are 1,101 households in Andevanapalli.
What is the literacy rate in Andevanapalli?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Andevanapalli is 54.05%. Male literacy is 61.78% and female literacy is 45.98%.