Denad1 - Kotagiri, The Nilgiris
Denad1 is a village situated in the Kotagiri taluka of The Nilgiris district, Tamil Nadu. It is located approximately 18 km from the tehsil headquarters in Kotagiri and around 50 km from the district headquarters in Udhagamandalam. Denad serves as the Gram Panchayat for Denad1 village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Denad1 is 635101. The village covers a total geographical area of 2932.63 hectares and falls under the 643231 pincode. Kothagiri is the nearest town.
Denad1 village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Coonoor Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Nilgiris Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Denad1
According to the 2011 Census, Denad1 village had a total population of 8,284 people, including 4,061 males and 4,223 females, living in 2,309 households. The sex ratio was 1,040 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 83.35%, with male literacy at 91.69% and female literacy at 75.38%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 3,815, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 454.
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 | 8,284 | 4,061 | 4,223 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 680 | 344 | 336 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 3,815 | 1,869 | 1,946 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 454 | 232 | 222 |
| Literate Population | 6,338 | 3,408 | 2,930 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,946 | 653 | 1,293 |
Nearby Villages of Denad1
Denad1 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 Denad1
Denad1 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 >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 Denad1 is about 50 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.4 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Denad1
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Denad1 village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | Yes | Available within village |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Denad1
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Denad1 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 Denad1
Where is Denad1 located?
Denad1 village is located in Kotagiri Taluka, The Nilgiris district, Tamil Nadu, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Denad1?
The Gram Panchayat of Denad1 is Denad.
What is the pincode of Denad1?
The pincode of Denad1 is 643231.
What is the population of Denad1?
Denad1 had a total population of 8,284, including 4,061 males and 4,223 females.
How many households are there in Denad1?
Denad1 had 2,309 households.
What is the literacy rate in Denad1?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Denad1 was 83.35%. Male literacy was 91.69% and female literacy was 75.38%.