Nellur - Denkanikottai, Krishnagiri
Nellur is a village situated in the Denkanikottai taluka of Krishnagiri district, Tamil Nadu. It is located approximately 35 km from the tehsil headquarters in Denkanikottai and around 38 km from the district headquarters in Krishnagiri. Doddathimmanahalli serves as the Gram Panchayat for Nellur village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Nellur is 644025. The village covers a total geographical area of 1634.74 hectares and falls under the 635103 pincode. Kelamangalam is the nearest town.
Nellur village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Veppanahalli Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Krishnagiri Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Nellur
As per Census 2011, Nellur village has a total population of 3,874 people, consisting of 1,990 males and 1,884 females. The village has 917 households and a sex ratio of 946 females per 1,000 males. There are 447 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,971 literate and 1,903 illiterate residents. Additionally, 492 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 616 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Nellur are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 3,874 | 1,990 | 1,884 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 447 | 254 | 193 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 492 | 241 | 251 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 616 | 323 | 293 |
| Literate Population | 1,971 | 1,148 | 823 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,903 | 842 | 1,061 |
Nearby Villages of Nellur
Nellur 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Chinnagowndanahalli | South | 2.71 km |
| Muthanhalli | North | 3.25 km |
| T.gollahalli | North | 3.45 km |
| Pillari Agraharam | North-East | 3.56 km |
| Thimijapalli | North-West | 4.33 km |
| Odayandahalli | South-East | 5.10 km |
| Echanahalli | South-East | 5.11 km |
| Rayakotta | East | 5.35 km |
| Chudanur | South | 5.67 km |
| Karukkanahalli | North | 5.70 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Nellur
Nellur is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Rayakkottai, while the nearest airport is Salem Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 61.9 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | Available within 1-2 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. the road distance from Krishnagiri to Nellur is about 38 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 Nellur
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Nellur village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Nellur
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Nellur 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 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Nellur
Where is Nellur located?
Nellur village is located in Denkanikottai Taluka, Krishnagiri district, Tamil Nadu, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Nellur?
The Gram Panchayat of Nellur is Doddathimmanahalli.
What is the pincode of Nellur?
The pincode of Nellur is 635103.
What is the population of Nellur?
Nellur has a total population of 3,874, including 1,990 males and 1,884 females.
How many households are there in Nellur?
There are 917 households in Nellur.
What is the literacy rate in Nellur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Nellur is 50.88%. Male literacy is 57.69% and female literacy is 43.68%.