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. Choladi 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 President 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
According to the 2011 Census, Nellakotai village had a total population of 483 people, including 236 males and 247 females, living in 110 households. The sex ratio was 1,047 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 66.91%, with male literacy at 75.13% and female literacy at 59.13%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 17, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 180.
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 | 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 Choladi.
What is the pincode of Nellakotai?
The pincode of Nellakotai is 643205.
What is the population of Nellakotai?
Nellakotai had a total population of 483, including 236 males and 247 females.
How many households are there in Nellakotai?
Nellakotai had 110 households.
What is the literacy rate in Nellakotai?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Nellakotai was 66.91%. Male literacy was 75.13% and female literacy was 59.13%.