Kollapatti - Uthangarai, Krishnagiri
Kollapatti is a village situated in the Uthangarai taluka of Krishnagiri district, Tamil Nadu. It is located approximately 11 km from the tehsil headquarters in Uthangarai and around 50 km from the district headquarters in Krishnagiri. Gerigepalli serves as the Gram Panchayat for Kollapatti village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Kollapatti is 644217. The village covers a total geographical area of 120.26 hectares and falls under the 635304 pincode. Uthangarai is the nearest town.
Kollapatti 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 Kollapatti
According to the 2011 Census, Kollapatti village had a total population of 448 people, including 248 males and 200 females, living in 114 households. The sex ratio was 806 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 73.30%, with male literacy at 79.91% and female literacy at 65.17%.
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 | 448 | 248 | 200 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 51 | 29 | 22 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 291 | 175 | 116 |
| Illiterate Population | 157 | 73 | 84 |
Nearby Villages of Kollapatti
Kollapatti 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Gerigepally | South-East | 1.04 km |
| Gullampatti | North-East | 1.13 km |
| Pasandi | East | 1.57 km |
| Salamarathupatti | West | 1.96 km |
| Badavanur | South-East | 1.97 km |
| Athiveereyampatti | East | 2.28 km |
| Nagalpatti | North-East | 2.35 km |
| Kanjanur | South-East | 2.56 km |
| Onnagarai | South-West | 3.07 km |
| Podar | South-West | 3.41 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Kollapatti
Kollapatti 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 53.6 km.
| 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 Kollapatti is about 50 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.4 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Kollapatti
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Kollapatti 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 Kollapatti
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Kollapatti village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Kollapatti
Where is Kollapatti located?
Kollapatti village is located in Uthangarai Taluka, Krishnagiri district, Tamil Nadu, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Kollapatti?
The Gram Panchayat of Kollapatti is Gerigepalli.
What is the pincode of Kollapatti?
The pincode of Kollapatti is 635304.
What is the population of Kollapatti?
Kollapatti had a total population of 448, including 248 males and 200 females.
How many households are there in Kollapatti?
Kollapatti had 114 households.
What is the literacy rate in Kollapatti?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Kollapatti was 73.30%. Male literacy was 79.91% and female literacy was 65.17%.