Gendiganur - Uthangarai, Krishnagiri
Gendiganur is a village situated in the Uthangarai taluka of Krishnagiri district, Tamil Nadu. It is located approximately 13 km from the tehsil headquarters in Uthangarai and around 60 km from the district headquarters in Krishnagiri. Naickanoor serves as the Gram Panchayat for Gendiganur village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Gendiganur is 644284. The village covers a total geographical area of 140.94 hectares and falls under the 635307 pincode. Uthangarai is the nearest town.
Gendiganur 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 Gendiganur
As per Census 2011, Gendiganur village has a total population of 471 people, consisting of 231 males and 240 females. The village has 115 households and a sex ratio of 1,038 females per 1,000 males. There are 60 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 252 literate and 219 illiterate residents. Additionally, 17 people belong to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Gendiganur are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 471 | 231 | 240 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 60 | 27 | 33 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 17 | 8 | 9 |
| Literate Population | 252 | 141 | 111 |
| Illiterate Population | 219 | 90 | 129 |
Nearby Villages of Gendiganur
Gendiganur 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Venkatapuram | South | 0.96 km |
| Bommadasampatti | West | 1.68 km |
| Kuppanatham | West | 1.99 km |
| Mallupatti | North-West | 2.15 km |
| Naickanur | North-East | 2.22 km |
| Kethunaickampatti | West | 2.92 km |
| Singarapettai | North | 3.00 km |
| Kariaperumalvalasai | South-West | 3.48 km |
| Narasampatti | North-West | 3.82 km |
| Kottukarampatti | West | 4.48 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Gendiganur
Gendiganur 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 58.8 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. the road distance from Krishnagiri to Gendiganur is about 60 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.7 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Gendiganur
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Gendiganur village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Gendiganur
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Gendiganur 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 Gendiganur
Where is Gendiganur located?
Gendiganur village is located in Uthangarai Taluka, Krishnagiri district, Tamil Nadu, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Gendiganur?
The Gram Panchayat of Gendiganur is Naickanoor.
What is the pincode of Gendiganur?
The pincode of Gendiganur is 635307.
What is the population of Gendiganur?
Gendiganur has a total population of 471, including 231 males and 240 females.
How many households are there in Gendiganur?
There are 115 households in Gendiganur.
What is the literacy rate in Gendiganur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Gendiganur is 53.50%. Male literacy is 61.04% and female literacy is 46.25%.