Mulligoor - Kundah, The Nilgiris
Mulligoor is a village situated in the Kundah taluka of The Nilgiris district, Tamil Nadu. It is located approximately 10 km from the tehsil headquarters in Kundah and around 30 km from the district headquarters in Udhagamandalam. Mulligoor village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Mulligoor is 635118. The village covers a total geographical area of 17005.08 hectares and falls under the 643218 pincode. Bikketti is the nearest town.
Mulligoor village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Udhagamandalam Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Nilgiris Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Mulligoor
According to the 2011 Census, Mulligoor village had a total population of 4,647 people, including 2,301 males and 2,346 females, living in 1,363 households. The sex ratio was 1,020 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 80.94%, with male literacy at 88.22% and female literacy at 73.74%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 2,511, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 88.
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 | 4,647 | 2,301 | 2,346 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 433 | 204 | 229 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 2,511 | 1,297 | 1,214 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 88 | 41 | 47 |
| Literate Population | 3,411 | 1,850 | 1,561 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,236 | 451 | 785 |
Nearby Villages of Mulligoor
Mulligoor 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 Mulligoor
Mulligoor 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 Mulligoor is about 30 km, with the usual travel time around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Mulligoor
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Mulligoor village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | Yes | Available within village |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Mulligoor
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Mulligoor village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Mulligoor
Where is Mulligoor located?
Mulligoor village is located in Kundah Taluka, The Nilgiris district, Tamil Nadu, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Mulligoor?
Mulligoor is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Mulligoor?
The pincode of Mulligoor is 643218.
What is the population of Mulligoor?
Mulligoor had a total population of 4,647, including 2,301 males and 2,346 females.
How many households are there in Mulligoor?
Mulligoor had 1,363 households.
What is the literacy rate in Mulligoor?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Mulligoor was 80.94%. Male literacy was 88.22% and female literacy was 73.74%.