How many villages are listed for The Nilgiris district?
The Nilgiris district has 40 Census 2011 village records in this directory. They are grouped across 6 taluks in Tamil Nadu.
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The Nilgiris District Village Directory
The The Nilgiris district village directory covers 40 Census 2011 village records across 6 taluks in Tamil Nadu. These records help you compare Census village codes, population, households, village area, local facilities, nearest-town details and administrative paths before opening an individual village profile. Across the available records, The Nilgiris district has 40 inhabited villages, 0 uninhabited village entries, 299,739 people and 83,021 households, with 177,646 hectares of recorded village area. For quick comparison, Kotagiri has the most village records; Cherangode is the largest listed village by population; Mudumalai has the largest recorded area. The facility summary adds local context: primary school is reported for 40 villages, mobile coverage is reported for 40 villages, all-weather road is reported for 40 villages. The figures are prepared from Census 2011 and District Census Handbook (DCHB) public records; postal context covers 181 offices and 47 PINs.
The Nilgiris district has 40 Census 2011 village records in this directory, grouped under 6 taluks in Tamil Nadu.
Local Admin Units6
Villages40
Population299,739
Households83,021
Area (ha)177,646.2
Taluks in The Nilgiris
The taluk-wise table compares 6 taluks in The Nilgiris district using Census 2011 village records. Kotagiri has 14 villages, about 35% of the district list. Udhagamandalam has the largest listed village population at 85,280 people.
| Taluk | Census Code | Villages | Village Share | Inhabited % | Population | Population Share | Avg Pop / Village | Households | Area (ha) | Area Share | Pop / sq km | Largest Village |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Coonoor | 05758 | 4 | 10% | 100% | 27,131 | 9.1% | 6,783 | 8,025 | 8,230.90 | 4.6% | 329.6 | Melur |
| Gudalur | 05755 | 3 | 7.5% | 100% | 8,336 | 2.8% | 2,779 | 2,073 | 24,357.64 | 14% | 34.2 | Srimadurai |
| Kotagiri | 05757 | 14 | 35% | 100% | 66,094 | 22% | 4,721 | 19,209 | 35,969.07 | 20% | 183.8 | Nedugula |
| Kundah | 05759 | 5 | 12% | 100% | 31,557 | 11% | 6,311 | 9,398 | 27,874.02 | 16% | 113.2 | Balacola |
| Panthalur | 05754 | 4 | 10% | 100% | 81,341 | 27% | 20,335 | 19,886 | 17,466.25 | 9.8% | 465.7 | Cherangode |
| Udhagamandalam | 05756 | 10 | 25% | 100% | 85,280 | 28% | 8,528 | 24,430 | 63,748.32 | 36% | 133.8 | Nanjanad |
Taluks with the most village records
Kotagiri, Udhagamandalam and Kundah are the taluks with the most village records in The Nilgiris district. Kotagiri ranks first with 14 villages, 66,094 people and 183.8 people per sq km. Use this ranking to start local village search, Census code lookup and taluk comparison.
| Rank | Taluk | Villages | Village Share | Population | Population Share | Area (ha) | Area Share |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Kotagiri | 14 | 35% | 66,094 | 22% | 35,969.07 | 20% |
| 2 | Udhagamandalam | 10 | 25% | 85,280 | 28% | 63,748.32 | 36% |
| 3 | Kundah | 5 | 12% | 31,557 | 11% | 27,874.02 | 16% |
| 4 | Coonoor | 4 | 10% | 27,131 | 9.1% | 8,230.90 | 4.6% |
| 5 | Panthalur | 4 | 10% | 81,341 | 27% | 17,466.25 | 9.8% |
| 6 | Gudalur | 3 | 7.5% | 8,336 | 2.8% | 24,357.64 | 14% |
Largest Villages by Population
Cherangode is the highest-population village listed for The Nilgiris district, with 33,506 people and 8,552 households. That is 11% of the district's listed village population. The average household size is 3.9. The nearest town is Nelliyalam; c km away.
| Rank | Village | Population | District Pop Share | Households | Avg Household Size | Area (ha) | Pop / sq km | Nearest Town | Town Distance km |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Cherangode | 33,506 | 11% | 8,552 | 3.9 | 7,494 | 447.1 | Nelliyalam | C |
| 2 | Nelliyalam | 21,836 | 7.3% | 4,965 | 4.4 | 4,774.15 | 457.4 | Nelliyalam | B |
| 3 | Erumad | 15,695 | 5.2% | 3,855 | 4.1 | 2,734.69 | 573.9 | Nelliyalam | C |
| 4 | Balacola | 13,622 | 4.5% | 4,097 | 3.3 | 3,101.58 | 439.2 | Bikkatty | B |
| 5 | Melur | 13,244 | 4.4% | 3,944 | 3.4 | 4,306.12 | 307.6 | Coonoor | C |
| 6 | Nedugula | 13,071 | 4.4% | 3,812 | 3.4 | 3,475.86 | 376.1 | Kotagiri | B |
| 7 | Nanjanad | 13,007 | 4.3% | 3,621 | 3.6 | 13,064.23 | 99.6 | Ooty | C |
| 8 | Kagguchi | 10,986 | 3.7% | 3,206 | 3.4 | 2,990.94 | 367.3 | Kothagiri | C |
| 9 | Munnanad | 10,304 | 3.4% | 2,514 | 4.1 | 2,463.41 | 418.3 | Nelliyalam | C |
| 10 | Naduhatty | 10,278 | 3.4% | 3,014 | 3.4 | 2,560.77 | 401.4 | Kothagiri | B |
Largest Villages by Area
Mudumalai has the largest recorded village area in The Nilgiris district at 18,857.06 hectares. It represents 11% of the district's listed village area. Its listed population density is 9 people per sq km. Use area figures for broad comparison only; land and revenue checks should use official records.
| Rank | Village | Area (ha) | District Area Share | Population | Pop / sq km | Households | Households / ha | Nearest Town | Town Distance km |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Mudumalai | 18,857.06 | 11% | 1,694 | 9 | 404 | 0.02 | Gudalur | C |
| 2 | Mulligoor | 17,005.08 | 9.6% | 4,647 | 27.3 | 1,363 | 0.08 | Bikketti | A |
| 3 | Masinagudi | 13,409 | 7.5% | 8,783 | 65.5 | 2,393 | 0.18 | Gudalur | C |
| 4 | Nanjanad | 13,064.23 | 7.4% | 13,007 | 99.6 | 3,621 | 0.28 | Ooty | C |
| 5 | Kadanad | 12,146.76 | 6.8% | 7,080 | 58.3 | 2,058 | 0.17 | Ooty | C |
| 6 | Hallimoyar | 8,243 | 4.6% | 225 | 2.7 | 72 | 0.01 | Sathiya Mangalam | C |
| 7 | Cherangode | 7,494 | 4.2% | 33,506 | 447.1 | 8,552 | 1.14 | Nelliyalam | C |
| 8 | Ebbanad | 6,420.05 | 3.6% | 6,233 | 97.1 | 1,862 | 0.29 | Ooty | C |
| 9 | Kukkal | 6,248.35 | 3.5% | 5,219 | 83.5 | 1,528 | 0.24 | Kothagiri | B |
| 10 | Nelliyalam | 4,774.15 | 2.7% | 21,836 | 457.4 | 4,965 | 1.04 | Nelliyalam | B |
Post Offices and PIN Codes in The Nilgiris District
The Nilgiris has 181 post office records across 47 PIN codes in the available postal dataset. Use this summary for address reference, PIN-code grouping and nearby post-office checks.
The postal summary adds India Post address-reference context for The Nilgiris district without turning the page into a full postal dump. It covers 181 offices across 47 PIN codes, including 169 delivery offices and 128 branch offices. PIN 643217 has the highest listed post-office count here with 15 offices. Selected rows are shown for quick reading; verify complete address and delivery details with India Post.
Post Offices / 100 Villages452.5
PIN Codes / 100 Villages117.5
Delivery Office %93%
Branch Office %71%
Coordinate Coverage %99%
Post Offices181
Unique PIN Codes47
Delivery Offices169
Non-delivery Offices12
Head Offices2
Sub Offices51
Branch Offices128
Top PIN Codes by Post Office Count
| PIN Code | Post Offices |
|---|---|
| 643217 | 15 |
| 643102 | 12 |
| 643211 | 11 |
| 643219 | 8 |
| 643004 | 8 |
| 643002 | 7 |
| 643003 | 7 |
| 643005 | 6 |
| 643206 | 6 |
| 643209 | 5 |
Office Type Summary
| Office Type | Post Offices |
|---|---|
| Head Office | 2 |
| Sub Office | 51 |
| Branch Office | 128 |
Selected Post Offices and PIN Codes
| Office Name | PIN | Type | Delivery | Division | Region |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Coonoor H. O | 643101 | Head Office | Delivery | Nilgiris Division | Western Region Coimbatore |
| Udagamandalam H. O | 643001 | Head Office | Delivery | Nilgiris Division | Western Region Coimbatore |
| Aravenu S. O | 643201 | Post Office | Delivery | Nilgiris Division | Western Region Coimbatore |
| Aruvankadu S. O | 643202 | Post Office | Delivery | Nilgiris Division | Western Region Coimbatore |
| Balacola S. O | 643203 | Post Office | Delivery | Nilgiris Division | Western Region Coimbatore |
| Bitherkad S. O | 643240 | Post Office | Delivery | Nilgiris Division | Western Region Coimbatore |
| Chamraj Estate S. O | 643204 | Post Office | Delivery | Nilgiris Division | Western Region Coimbatore |
| Cherambadi S. O | 643205 | Post Office | Delivery | Nilgiris Division | Western Region Coimbatore |
| Coonoor Rs S. O | 643102 | Post Office | Delivery | Nilgiris Division | Western Region Coimbatore |
| Denaducombai S. O | 643206 | Post Office | Delivery | Nilgiris Division | Western Region Coimbatore |
| Devala So | 643270 | Post Office | Delivery | Nilgiris Division | Western Region Coimbatore |
| Devarshola S. O | 643207 | Post Office | Delivery | Nilgiris Division | Western Region Coimbatore |
| Dr. Basuviah Nagar S. O | 643007 | Post Office | Delivery | Nilgiris Division | Western Region Coimbatore |
| Emerald S. O | 643209 | Post Office | Delivery | Nilgiris Division | Western Region Coimbatore |
| Fernhill S. O | 643004 | Post Office | Delivery | Nilgiris Division | Western Region Coimbatore |
| Finger Post S. O | 643006 | Post Office | Delivery | Nilgiris Division | Western Region Coimbatore |
| Gudalur Bazaar S. O | 643212 | Post Office | Delivery | Nilgiris Division | Western Region Coimbatore |
| Gudalur Nilgiris S. O | 643211 | Post Office | Delivery | Nilgiris Division | Western Region Coimbatore |
| Indunagar S. O | 643005 | Post Office | Delivery | Nilgiris Division | Western Region Coimbatore |
| Katary S. O | 643213 | Post Office | Delivery | Nilgiris Division | Western Region Coimbatore |
| Kattabettu S. O | 643214 | Post Office | Delivery | Nilgiris Division | Western Region Coimbatore |
| Ketti S. O | 643215 | Post Office | Delivery | Nilgiris Division | Western Region Coimbatore |
| Kil Kotagiri S. O | 643216 | Post Office | Delivery | Nilgiris Division | Western Region Coimbatore |
| Kolapalli S. O | 643253 | Post Office | Delivery | Nilgiris Division | Western Region Coimbatore |
| Konnachal S. O | 643239 | Post Office | Delivery | Nilgiris Division | Western Region Coimbatore |
| Kotada Estate S. O | 643236 | Post Office | Delivery | Nilgiris Division | Western Region Coimbatore |
| Kotagiri S. O | 643217 | Post Office | Delivery | Nilgiris Division | Western Region Coimbatore |
| Kullakamby S. O | 643218 | Post Office | Delivery | Nilgiris Division | Western Region Coimbatore |
| Kundah Bridge S. O | 643219 | Post Office | Delivery | Nilgiris Division | Western Region Coimbatore |
| Lovedale S. O | 643003 | Post Office | Delivery | Nilgiris Division | Western Region Coimbatore |
| Mangorange S. O | 643220 | Post Office | Delivery | Nilgiris Division | Western Region Coimbatore |
| Masinagudi S. O | 643223 | Post Office | Delivery | Nilgiris Division | Western Region Coimbatore |
| Melur Nilgiris S. O | 643221 | Post Office | Delivery | Nilgiris Division | Western Region Coimbatore |
| Naduvattam S. O | 643224 | Post Office | Delivery | Nilgiris Division | Western Region Coimbatore |
| Nellakotta S. O | 643225 | Post Office | Delivery | Nilgiris Division | Western Region Coimbatore |
| Newhope S. O | 643226 | Post Office | Delivery | Nilgiris Division | Western Region Coimbatore |
| Nonsuch S. O | 643238 | Post Office | Delivery | Nilgiris Division | Western Region Coimbatore |
| Ottupattarai S. O | 643105 | Post Office | Delivery | Nilgiris Division | Western Region Coimbatore |
| Pandalur S. O | 643233 | Post Office | Delivery | Nilgiris Division | Western Region Coimbatore |
| Pasteur Institute S. O | 643103 | Post Office | Delivery | Nilgiris Division | Western Region Coimbatore |
| Sandynallah S. O | 643237 | Post Office | Delivery | Nilgiris Division | Western Region Coimbatore |
| Stone House Hill S. O | 643002 | Post Office | Delivery | Nilgiris Division | Western Region Coimbatore |
| Tuttapallam S. O | 643242 | Post Office | Delivery | Nilgiris Division | Western Region Coimbatore |
| Uppatti S. O | 643241 | Post Office | Delivery | Nilgiris Division | Western Region Coimbatore |
| Wellington S. O | 643231 | Post Office | Delivery | Nilgiris Division | Western Region Coimbatore |
| Yellanhalli S. O | 643243 | Post Office | Delivery | Nilgiris Division | Western Region Coimbatore |
| Charing Cross S. O | 643001 | Post Office | Non-Delivery | Nilgiris Division | Western Region Coimbatore |
| Coonoor Bazaar S. O | 643102 | Post Office | Non-Delivery | Nilgiris Division | Western Region Coimbatore |
| Defence Service Staff College S. O | 643231 | Post Office | Non-Delivery | Nilgiris Division | Western Region Coimbatore |
| Donnington S. O | 643217 | Post Office | Non-Delivery | Nilgiris Division | Western Region Coimbatore |
Population Summary
The Nilgiris district's village records list 299,739 people in 83,021 households. The average household size is 3.6. The listed village population density is 168.7 people per sq km.
Average Population / Village7,493
Average Household Size3.6
Inhabited Village %100%
Population Density / sq km168.7
Male Share0%
Female Share0%
SC Share0%
ST Share0%
Total Population299,739
Administrative Coverage
Administrative coverage connects The Nilgiris district villages with local governance names used in Census 2011 records. The page reports 4 CD blocks, 33 Gram Panchayats and 12 nearest-town names. Common nearest-town references include Bikkatty, Bikketti and Booty.
CD Blocks Reported4
Gram Panchayats Reported33
Nearest Town Names Reported12
CD blocks reported: Coonoor, Gudalur, Kotagiri, Udhagamandalam.
Gram Panchayats reported: Aracode, Balacola, Berhatty, Bandishola, Burliyar, Cherangode, Denad, Doddapetta, Ebbanad, Hullathi, Ithalar, Jackanarai, Jackanarai, Kunjupannai and more.
Village Facility Coverage
Village facility coverage uses Census 2011 and District Census Handbook (DCHB) amenities fields for The Nilgiris district. The strongest reported signals are primary school in 40 villages (100% of district records), mobile coverage in 40 villages (100% of district records), all-weather road in 40 villages (100% of district records). Lower-count fields include PDS Shop and Primary School, so users should verify current services locally. Treat these figures as historical village amenities, not live service guarantees.
| Facility | Villages with Facility | Reported Villages | Gap Count | % of All Villages |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Primary School | 40 | 40 | — | 100 |
| Mobile Coverage | 40 | 40 | — | 100 |
| All-Weather Road | 40 | 40 | — | 100 |
| PDS Shop | 36 | 40 | — | 90 |
| Domestic Power Supply | 40 | 40 | — | 100 |
Median Nearest Town Distance0 km
Villages within 5 km40
Villages over 25 km0
| Distance Band | Villages | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Within 5 Km | 40 | 100% |
| 5-10 Km | 0 | 0% |
| 10-25 Km | 0 | 0% |
| Over 25 Km | 0 | 0% |
About the Available Data
This data coverage section explains what is available for The Nilgiris district. Across the visible sections, the page summarises 26 data fields and 1,040 reported values from Census 2011 and District Census Handbook (DCHB) public records. Some values may be blank, old or not listed, so important decisions should be checked with official records.
View available data by section
| Data Section | Fields | Reported Values | Available / Positive Values |
|---|---|---|---|
| Census Codes and Administrative Details | 6 | 240 | 160 |
| Location and Distance | 3 | 120 | 42 |
| Population and Social Groups | 3 | 120 | 120 |
| Education Facilities | 8 | 320 | 212 |
| Connectivity, Roads and Transport | 2 | 80 | 80 |
| Financial, Market and Public Services | 1 | 40 | 36 |
| Power Supply | 3 | 120 | 120 |
Official Reference Links
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Data Method and Verification
This page is built as a reference guide, not as an official government record. The village figures come mainly from Census 2011 and District Census Handbook (DCHB) public data. DCHB is published under the Registrar General of India, Government of India.
- Last Reviewed
- 30 May 2026
- Main Source
- Census 2011 village records and District Census Handbook data
- Postal Context
- Use India Post for current address confirmation
- Banking Context
- Use the bank or RBI source record for current service status
Use Vill for village search, Census code lookup, population context and local comparison. For land ownership, revenue records, postal delivery, banking service, emergency travel or legal work, confirm the latest details through the official portal or local office.
Frequently Asked Questions
Which taluk has the most village records in The Nilgiris district?
Kotagiri has the most village records in The Nilgiris district, with 14 entries. This is 35% of the district list, with 66,094 people where population is reported.
Which village has the highest population in The Nilgiris district?
Cherangode is the highest-population village shown for The Nilgiris district, with 33,506 people and 8,552 households. It accounts for 11% of the listed district village population.
Which village has the largest recorded area in The Nilgiris district?
Mudumalai has the largest recorded village area in this directory for The Nilgiris district, at 18,857.06 hectares. It represents 11% of the district's listed village area.
What population details are available for The Nilgiris district villages?
The population summary includes 299,739 people, 83,021 households, male and female population, sex ratio, Scheduled Caste and Scheduled Tribe figures where reported. For this page, average household size is 3.6 and population density is 168.7 people per sq km.
What village facilities are reported for The Nilgiris district?
The facility section uses Census 2011 and District Census Handbook (DCHB) village amenities fields. High-coverage signals include primary school in 40 villages (100% of district records), mobile coverage in 40 villages (100% of district records), all-weather road in 40 villages (100% of district records). These are historical records, not live service guarantees.
Does this page show postal and PIN details for The Nilgiris district?
Yes. The postal summary includes 181 offices and 47 PINs for The Nilgiris district. That is about 452.5 offices per 100 village records. Verify important address details with India Post.
How do I find a Census village code in The Nilgiris district?
Start from the taluk-wise table, open the local page, then choose the village. Village profiles show the Census village code where it is listed in the Census 2011 record.
How can I verify land records for villages in The Nilgiris district?
Use the official land-record portal for Tamil Nadu, or the district and revenue office links where available. Most portals ask for district, taluk, village and a record number such as khata, khatiyan, plot, khasra or owner name depending on the state. Vill is for village directory context, not land ownership proof.
Is the The Nilgiris district village data live or historical?
The village details are mainly based on Census 2011 and District Census Handbook (DCHB) public records. Some administrative names, facilities, PINs or services may have changed after 2011, so verify important details with official sources.