Mudumalai - Gudalur, The Nilgiris
Mudumalai is a village situated in the Gudalur taluka of The Nilgiris district, Tamil Nadu. It is located approximately 14 km from the tehsil headquarters in Gudalur and around 64 km from the district headquarters in Udhagamandalam. Mudumalai village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Mudumalai is 635085. The village covers a total geographical area of 18857.06 hectares and falls under the 643205 pincode. Gudalur is the nearest town.
Mudumalai village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Gudalur Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Nilgiris Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Mudumalai
As per Census 2011, Mudumalai village has a total population of 1,694 people, consisting of 811 males and 883 females. The village has 404 households and a sex ratio of 1,088 females per 1,000 males. There are 200 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,109 literate and 585 illiterate residents. Additionally, 45 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 534 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Mudumalai are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,694 | 811 | 883 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 200 | 88 | 112 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 45 | 26 | 19 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 534 | 256 | 278 |
| Literate Population | 1,109 | 580 | 529 |
| Illiterate Population | 585 | 231 | 354 |
Nearby Villages of Mudumalai
Mudumalai 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 Mudumalai
Public transport in the Mudumalai is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. the road distance from Udhagamandalam to Mudumalai is about 64 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.8 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Mudumalai
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Mudumalai village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Mudumalai
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Mudumalai village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Mudumalai
Where is Mudumalai located?
Mudumalai village is located in Gudalur Taluka, The Nilgiris district, Tamil Nadu, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Mudumalai?
Mudumalai is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Mudumalai?
The pincode of Mudumalai is 643205.
What is the population of Mudumalai?
Mudumalai has a total population of 1,694, including 811 males and 883 females.
How many households are there in Mudumalai?
There are 404 households in Mudumalai.
What is the literacy rate in Mudumalai?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Mudumalai is 65.47%. Male literacy is 71.52% and female literacy is 59.91%.