Gurugapatti - Uthangarai, Krishnagiri
Gurugapatti is a village situated in the Uthangarai taluka of Krishnagiri district, Tamil Nadu. It is located approximately 9 km from the tehsil headquarters in Uthangarai and around 54 km from the district headquarters in Krishnagiri. Singerapatti serves as the Gram Panchayat for Gurugapatti village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Gurugapatti is 644239. The village covers a total geographical area of 284.4 hectares and falls under the 635307 pincode. Uthangarai is the nearest town.
Gurugapatti 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 Gurugapatti
As per Census 2011, Gurugapatti village has a total population of 3,563 people, consisting of 1,790 males and 1,773 females. The village has 892 households and a sex ratio of 990 females per 1,000 males. There are 336 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 2,649 literate and 914 illiterate residents. Additionally, 97 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 15 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Gurugapatti are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 3,563 | 1,790 | 1,773 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 336 | 174 | 162 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 97 | 50 | 47 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 15 | 7 | 8 |
| Literate Population | 2,649 | 1,443 | 1,206 |
| Illiterate Population | 914 | 347 | 567 |
Nearby Villages of Gurugapatti
Gurugapatti 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 Gurugapatti
Gurugapatti is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is located within 5-10 km of Gurugapatti.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | Available within 5-10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. the road distance from Krishnagiri to Gurugapatti is about 54 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.5 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Gurugapatti
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Gurugapatti village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | Yes | Available within village |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Gurugapatti
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Gurugapatti village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within <1 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within <1 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within <1 km |
FAQs about Gurugapatti
Where is Gurugapatti located?
Gurugapatti village is located in Uthangarai Taluka, Krishnagiri district, Tamil Nadu, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Gurugapatti?
The Gram Panchayat of Gurugapatti is Singerapatti.
What is the pincode of Gurugapatti?
The pincode of Gurugapatti is 635307.
What is the population of Gurugapatti?
Gurugapatti has a total population of 3,563, including 1,790 males and 1,773 females.
How many households are there in Gurugapatti?
There are 892 households in Gurugapatti.
What is the literacy rate in Gurugapatti?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Gurugapatti is 74.35%. Male literacy is 80.61% and female literacy is 68.02%.