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
According to the 2011 Census, Belethottam village had a total population of 4,606 people, including 2,430 males and 2,176 females, living in 1,148 households. The sex ratio was 895 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 69.85%, with male literacy at 79.18% and female literacy at 59.53%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 783.
The table below presents a detailed demographic breakdown of the village, including separate male and female figures for each population category.
| 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 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 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 had a total population of 4,606, including 2,430 males and 2,176 females.
How many households are there in Belethottam?
Belethottam had 1,148 households.
What is the literacy rate in Belethottam?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Belethottam was 69.85%. Male literacy was 79.18% and female literacy was 59.53%.