Obakkavalasai - Uthangarai, Krishnagiri
Obakkavalasai is a village situated in the Uthangarai taluka of Krishnagiri district, Tamil Nadu. It is located approximately 10 km from the tehsil headquarters in Uthangarai and around 60 km from the district headquarters in Krishnagiri. Moondrampatti serves as the Gram Panchayat for Obakkavalasai village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Obakkavalasai is 644244. The village covers a total geographical area of 364.46 hectares and falls under the 635307 pincode. Uthangarai is the nearest town.
Obakkavalasai 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 Obakkavalasai
As per Census 2011, Obakkavalasai village has a total population of 656 people, consisting of 341 males and 315 females. The village has 160 households and a sex ratio of 923 females per 1,000 males. There are 104 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 354 literate and 302 illiterate residents. Additionally, 2 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 145 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Obakkavalasai are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 656 | 341 | 315 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 104 | 57 | 47 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 2 | 1 | 1 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 145 | 78 | 67 |
| Literate Population | 354 | 209 | 145 |
| Illiterate Population | 302 | 132 | 170 |
Nearby Villages of Obakkavalasai
Obakkavalasai 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 Obakkavalasai
Obakkavalasai is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. the road distance from Krishnagiri to Obakkavalasai 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 Obakkavalasai
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Obakkavalasai village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within >10 km |
Health Facilities in Obakkavalasai
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Obakkavalasai village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Obakkavalasai
Where is Obakkavalasai located?
Obakkavalasai village is located in Uthangarai Taluka, Krishnagiri district, Tamil Nadu, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Obakkavalasai?
The Gram Panchayat of Obakkavalasai is Moondrampatti.
What is the pincode of Obakkavalasai?
The pincode of Obakkavalasai is 635307.
What is the population of Obakkavalasai?
Obakkavalasai has a total population of 656, including 341 males and 315 females.
How many households are there in Obakkavalasai?
There are 160 households in Obakkavalasai.
What is the literacy rate in Obakkavalasai?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Obakkavalasai is 53.96%. Male literacy is 61.29% and female literacy is 46.03%.