Nellakotai - Gudalur, The Nilgiris
Nellakotai is a village situated in the Gudalur taluka of The Nilgiris district, Tamil Nadu. It is located approximately 35 km from the tehsil headquarters in Gudalur and around 85 km from the district headquarters in Udhagamandalam. Nellakotta serves as the Gram Panchayat for Nellakotai village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Nellakotai is 635084. The village covers a total geographical area of 4378.36 hectares and falls under the 643205 pincode. Devarshola is the nearest town.
Nellakotai 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 Nellakotai
As per Census 2011, Nellakotai village has a total population of 483 people, consisting of 236 males and 247 females. The village has 110 households and a sex ratio of 1,046 females per 1,000 males. There are 78 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 271 literate and 212 illiterate residents. Additionally, 17 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 180 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Nellakotai are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 483 | 236 | 247 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 78 | 39 | 39 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 17 | 8 | 9 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 180 | 87 | 93 |
| Literate Population | 271 | 148 | 123 |
| Illiterate Population | 212 | 88 | 124 |
Nearby Villages of Nellakotai
Nellakotai 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 Nellakotai
Nellakotai is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport 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 Nellakotai is about 85 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.4 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Nellakotai
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Nellakotai village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | Yes | Available within village |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Nellakotai
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Nellakotai village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Nellakotai
Where is Nellakotai located?
Nellakotai village is located in Gudalur Taluka, The Nilgiris district, Tamil Nadu, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Nellakotai?
The Gram Panchayat of Nellakotai is Nellakotta.
What is the pincode of Nellakotai?
The pincode of Nellakotai is 643205.
What is the population of Nellakotai?
Nellakotai has a total population of 483, including 236 males and 247 females.
How many households are there in Nellakotai?
There are 110 households in Nellakotai.
What is the literacy rate in Nellakotai?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Nellakotai is 56.11%. Male literacy is 62.71% and female literacy is 49.80%.