Udhagai Rural - Udhagamandalam, The Nilgiris
Udhagai Rural is a village situated in the Udhagamandalam taluka of The Nilgiris district, Tamil Nadu. It is located approximately 10 km from Udhagamandalam, which serves as both the tehsil and district headquarters. Doddabetta serves as the Gram Panchayat for Udhagai Rural village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Udhagai Rural is 635095. The village covers a total geographical area of 2924.98 hectares and falls under the 643003 pincode. Ooty is the nearest town.
Udhagai Rural village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a President 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 Udhagai Rural
According to the 2011 Census, Udhagai Rural village had a total population of 8,214 people, including 4,097 males and 4,117 females, living in 2,419 households. The sex ratio was 1,005 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 80.32%, with male literacy at 87.83% and female literacy at 72.89%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 3,587, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 178.
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 | 8,214 | 4,097 | 4,117 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 652 | 334 | 318 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 3,587 | 1,805 | 1,782 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 178 | 88 | 90 |
| Literate Population | 6,074 | 3,305 | 2,769 |
| Illiterate Population | 2,140 | 792 | 1,348 |
Nearby Villages of Udhagai Rural
Udhagai Rural 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 Udhagai Rural
Udhagai Rural is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is located within 5-10 km of Udhagai Rural.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | Available within 5-10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. the road distance from Udhagamandalam to Udhagai Rural is about 10 km, with the usual travel time around 15-30 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Udhagai Rural
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Udhagai Rural village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | Yes | Available within village |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Udhagai Rural
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Udhagai Rural village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Udhagai Rural
Where is Udhagai Rural located?
Udhagai Rural village is located in Udhagamandalam Taluka, The Nilgiris district, Tamil Nadu, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Udhagai Rural?
The Gram Panchayat of Udhagai Rural is Doddabetta.
What is the pincode of Udhagai Rural?
The pincode of Udhagai Rural is 643003.
What is the population of Udhagai Rural?
Udhagai Rural had a total population of 8,214, including 4,097 males and 4,117 females.
How many households are there in Udhagai Rural?
Udhagai Rural had 2,419 households.
What is the literacy rate in Udhagai Rural?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Udhagai Rural was 80.32%. Male literacy was 87.83% and female literacy was 72.89%.