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
According to the 2011 Census, Obakkavalasai village had a total population of 656 people, including 341 males and 315 females, living in 160 households. The sex ratio was 924 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 64.13%, with male literacy at 73.59% and female literacy at 54.10%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 2, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 145.
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 | 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 had a total population of 656, including 341 males and 315 females.
How many households are there in Obakkavalasai?
Obakkavalasai had 160 households.
What is the literacy rate in Obakkavalasai?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Obakkavalasai was 64.13%. Male literacy was 73.59% and female literacy was 54.10%.