Kallampalayam - Kotagiri, The Nilgiris
Kallampalayam is a village situated in the Kotagiri taluka of The Nilgiris district, Tamil Nadu. It is located approximately 108 km from the tehsil headquarters in Kotagiri and around 148 km from the district headquarters in Udhagamandalam. Thengumarahada serves as the Gram Panchayat for Kallampalayam village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Kallampalayam is 635098. The village covers a total geographical area of 3752.82 hectares and falls under the 643231 pincode. Sathiya Mangalam is the nearest town.
Kallampalayam 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 Kallampalayam
According to the 2011 Census, Kallampalayam village had a total population of 1,691 people, including 851 males and 840 females, living in 564 households. The sex ratio was 987 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 64.57%, with male literacy at 73.87% and female literacy at 55.37%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 207, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 528.
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 | 1,691 | 851 | 840 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 136 | 78 | 58 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 207 | 107 | 100 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 528 | 267 | 261 |
| Literate Population | 1,004 | 571 | 433 |
| Illiterate Population | 687 | 280 | 407 |
Nearby Villages of Kallampalayam
Kallampalayam 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 Kallampalayam
Public transport in the Kallampalayam is mainly available through shared van services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 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 Kallampalayam is about 148 km, with the usual travel time around ~4.2 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Kallampalayam
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Kallampalayam village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within >10 km |
Health Facilities in Kallampalayam
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Kallampalayam village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Kallampalayam
Where is Kallampalayam located?
Kallampalayam village is located in Kotagiri Taluka, The Nilgiris district, Tamil Nadu, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Kallampalayam?
The Gram Panchayat of Kallampalayam is Thengumarahada.
What is the pincode of Kallampalayam?
The pincode of Kallampalayam is 643231.
What is the population of Kallampalayam?
Kallampalayam had a total population of 1,691, including 851 males and 840 females.
How many households are there in Kallampalayam?
Kallampalayam had 564 households.
What is the literacy rate in Kallampalayam?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Kallampalayam was 64.57%. Male literacy was 73.87% and female literacy was 55.37%.