Belethottam - Pochampalli, Krishnagiri
Belethottam is a village situated in the Pochampalli taluka of Krishnagiri district, Tamil Nadu. It is located approximately 5 km from the tehsil headquarters in Pochampalli and around 37 km from the district headquarters in Krishnagiri. Balethottam serves as the Gram Panchayat for Belethottam village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Belethottam is 644141. The village covers a total geographical area of 1186.43 hectares and falls under the 635206 pincode. Uthangarai is the nearest town.
Belethottam village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Uthangarai Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Krishnagiri Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Belethottam
As per Census 2011, Belethottam village has a total population of 4,606 people, consisting of 2,430 males and 2,176 females. The village has 1,148 households and a sex ratio of 895 females per 1,000 males. There are 507 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 2,863 literate and 1,743 illiterate residents. Additionally, 783 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Belethottam are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 4,606 | 2,430 | 2,176 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 507 | 278 | 229 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 783 | 405 | 378 |
| Literate Population | 2,863 | 1,704 | 1,159 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,743 | 726 | 1,017 |
Nearby Villages of Belethottam
Belethottam 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Mukkampatti | North-East | 2.94 km |
| Olaipatti | South | 3.06 km |
| Parandapalli | South-West | 3.33 km |
| Gendigampatti | North | 3.66 km |
| Salamarathupatti | South-East | 3.93 km |
| Marappanayakkampatti | East | 4.59 km |
| Podar | South-East | 4.60 km |
| Vadamalampatti | North-West | 4.87 km |
| Jambukuttapatti | West | 5.24 km |
| Kollapatti | South-East | 5.63 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Belethottam
Belethottam is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Samalpatti, while the nearest airport is Salem Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 53.3 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within >10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. the road distance from Krishnagiri to Belethottam is about 37 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 Belethottam
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Belethottam village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Belethottam
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Belethottam village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Belethottam
Where is Belethottam located?
Belethottam village is located in Pochampalli Taluka, Krishnagiri district, Tamil Nadu, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Belethottam?
The Gram Panchayat of Belethottam is Balethottam.
What is the pincode of Belethottam?
The pincode of Belethottam is 635206.
What is the population of Belethottam?
Belethottam has a total population of 4,606, including 2,430 males and 2,176 females.
How many households are there in Belethottam?
There are 1,148 households in Belethottam.
What is the literacy rate in Belethottam?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Belethottam is 62.16%. Male literacy is 70.12% and female literacy is 53.26%.