Erumad1 - Panthalur, The Nilgiris
Erumad1 is a village situated in the Panthalur taluka of The Nilgiris district, Tamil Nadu. It is located approximately 23 km from the tehsil headquarters in Panthalur and around 100 km from the district headquarters in Udhagamandalam. Cherangodu serves as the Gram Panchayat for Erumad1 village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Erumad1 is 635080. The village covers a total geographical area of 2734.69 hectares and falls under the 643239 pincode. Nelliyalam is the nearest town.
Erumad1 village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch 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 Erumad1
As per Census 2011, Erumad1 village has a total population of 15,695 people, consisting of 7,668 males and 8,027 females. The village has 3,855 households and a sex ratio of 1,046 females per 1,000 males. There are 1,633 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 12,294 literate and 3,401 illiterate residents. Additionally, 1,527 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 2,825 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Erumad1 are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 15,695 | 7,668 | 8,027 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 1,633 | 844 | 789 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 1,527 | 756 | 771 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 2,825 | 1,379 | 1,446 |
| Literate Population | 12,294 | 6,258 | 6,036 |
| Illiterate Population | 3,401 | 1,410 | 1,991 |
Nearby Villages of Erumad1
Erumad1 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 Erumad1
Erumad1 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 Erumad1 is about 100 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.9 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Erumad1
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Erumad1 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 Erumad1
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Erumad1 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 Erumad1
Where is Erumad1 located?
Erumad1 village is located in Panthalur Taluka, The Nilgiris district, Tamil Nadu, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Erumad1?
The Gram Panchayat of Erumad1 is Cherangodu.
What is the pincode of Erumad1?
The pincode of Erumad1 is 643239.
What is the population of Erumad1?
Erumad1 has a total population of 15,695, including 7,668 males and 8,027 females.
How many households are there in Erumad1?
There are 3,855 households in Erumad1.
What is the literacy rate in Erumad1?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Erumad1 is 78.33%. Male literacy is 81.61% and female literacy is 75.20%.