Moonanad1 - Panthalur, The Nilgiris
Moonanad1 is a village situated in the Panthalur taluka of The Nilgiris district, Tamil Nadu. It is located approximately 26 km from the tehsil headquarters in Panthalur and around 66 km from the district headquarters in Udhagamandalam. Ambalamoola serves as the Gram Panchayat for Moonanad1 village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Moonanad1 is 635081. The village covers a total geographical area of 2463.41 hectares and falls under the 643239 pincode. Nelliyalam is the nearest town.
Moonanad1 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 Moonanad1
According to the 2011 Census, Moonanad1 village had a total population of 10,304 people, including 5,019 males and 5,285 females, living in 2,514 households. The sex ratio was 1,053 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 83.76%, with male literacy at 86.90% and female literacy at 80.81%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 752, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 2,396.
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 | 10,304 | 5,019 | 5,285 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 1,016 | 509 | 507 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 752 | 368 | 384 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 2,396 | 1,167 | 1,229 |
| Literate Population | 7,780 | 3,919 | 3,861 |
| Illiterate Population | 2,524 | 1,100 | 1,424 |
Nearby Villages of Moonanad1
Moonanad1 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 Moonanad1
Moonanad1 is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. the road distance from Udhagamandalam to Moonanad1 is about 66 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.9 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Moonanad1
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Moonanad1 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 Moonanad1
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Moonanad1 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 Moonanad1
Where is Moonanad1 located?
Moonanad1 village is located in Panthalur Taluka, The Nilgiris district, Tamil Nadu, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Moonanad1?
The Gram Panchayat of Moonanad1 is Ambalamoola.
What is the pincode of Moonanad1?
The pincode of Moonanad1 is 643239.
What is the population of Moonanad1?
Moonanad1 had a total population of 10,304, including 5,019 males and 5,285 females.
How many households are there in Moonanad1?
Moonanad1 had 2,514 households.
What is the literacy rate in Moonanad1?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Moonanad1 was 83.76%. Male literacy was 86.90% and female literacy was 80.81%.