Egoor - Uthangarai, Krishnagiri
Egoor is a village situated in the Uthangarai taluka of Krishnagiri district, Tamil Nadu. It is located approximately 17 km from the tehsil headquarters in Uthangarai and around 55 km from the district headquarters in Krishnagiri. Eggoor serves as the Gram Panchayat for Egoor village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Egoor is 644177. The village covers a total geographical area of 503.06 hectares and falls under the 635307 pincode. Uthangarai is the nearest town.
Egoor 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 Egoor
According to the 2011 Census, Egoor village had a total population of 2,631 people, including 1,319 males and 1,312 females, living in 689 households. The sex ratio was 995 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 69.85%, with male literacy at 78.16% and female literacy at 61.49%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 573, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 212.
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 | 2,631 | 1,319 | 1,312 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 283 | 142 | 141 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 573 | 299 | 274 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 212 | 105 | 107 |
| Literate Population | 1,640 | 920 | 720 |
| Illiterate Population | 991 | 399 | 592 |
Nearby Villages of Egoor
Egoor is surrounded by several nearby villages in its surroundings. These villages are part of the local area and are commonly connected through local routes and daily movement of people.
Transport and Connectivity of Egoor
Egoor is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. Egoor has a railway station.
| 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 Egoor is about 55 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.6 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Egoor
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Egoor village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | Yes | Available within village |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Egoor
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Egoor village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | Yes | Available within village |
FAQs about Egoor
Where is Egoor located?
Egoor village is located in Uthangarai Taluka, Krishnagiri district, Tamil Nadu, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Egoor?
The Gram Panchayat of Egoor is Eggoor.
What is the pincode of Egoor?
The pincode of Egoor is 635307.
What is the population of Egoor?
Egoor had a total population of 2,631, including 1,319 males and 1,312 females.
How many households are there in Egoor?
Egoor had 689 households.
What is the literacy rate in Egoor?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Egoor was 69.85%. Male literacy was 78.16% and female literacy was 61.49%.