Srimadurai - Gudalur, The Nilgiris
Srimadurai is a village situated in the Gudalur taluka of The Nilgiris district, Tamil Nadu. It is located approximately 8 km from the tehsil headquarters in Gudalur and around 58 km from the district headquarters in Udhagamandalam. Sreemadurai serves as the Gram Panchayat for Srimadurai village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Srimadurai is 635086. The village covers a total geographical area of 1122.22 hectares and falls under the 643205 pincode. Gudalur is the nearest town.
Srimadurai 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 Srimadurai
According to the 2011 Census, Srimadurai village had a total population of 6,159 people, including 3,055 males and 3,104 females, living in 1,559 households. The sex ratio was 1,016 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 83.22%, with male literacy at 86.73% and female literacy at 79.75%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 369, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 988.
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 | 6,159 | 3,055 | 3,104 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 663 | 319 | 344 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 369 | 188 | 181 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 988 | 485 | 503 |
| Literate Population | 4,574 | 2,373 | 2,201 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,585 | 682 | 903 |
Nearby Villages of Srimadurai
Srimadurai 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 Srimadurai
Srimadurai 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 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. the road distance from Udhagamandalam to Srimadurai is about 58 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 Srimadurai
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Srimadurai village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Srimadurai
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Srimadurai 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) | Yes | Available within village |
FAQs about Srimadurai
Where is Srimadurai located?
Srimadurai village is located in Gudalur Taluka, The Nilgiris district, Tamil Nadu, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Srimadurai?
The Gram Panchayat of Srimadurai is Sreemadurai.
What is the pincode of Srimadurai?
The pincode of Srimadurai is 643205.
What is the population of Srimadurai?
Srimadurai had a total population of 6,159, including 3,055 males and 3,104 females.
How many households are there in Srimadurai?
Srimadurai had 1,559 households.
What is the literacy rate in Srimadurai?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Srimadurai was 83.22%. Male literacy was 86.73% and female literacy was 79.75%.