How many villages are in Coonoor Taluk?
Coonoor Taluk has 4 Census 2011 village records in this directory, including 4 inhabited villages. They are part of The Nilgiris district in Tamil Nadu.
Indian Village Directory
Coonoor Taluk Village List
Coonoor Taluk in The Nilgiris district, Tamil Nadu has 4 Census 2011 village records, including 4 inhabited villages. The listed villages cover 27,131 people, 8,025 households and 8,230.9 hectares. Reported local context includes 4 Gram Panchayats, village facilities, land-use fields, nearest-town references and individual village profiles. Census datasets record this administrative level as a sub-district, while local usage may call it a tehsil, taluka, mandal, block or tahasil.
Villages4
Inhabited Villages4
Population27,131
Households8,025
Area (ha)8,230.9
CD Blocks1
Key Facts
- Location
- Coonoor Taluk is in The Nilgiris district, Tamil Nadu.
- Village Records
- 4 Census 2011 village records
- Inhabited Villages
- 4
- Listed Population
- 27,131
- Households
- 8,025
- Recorded Village Area
- 8,230.9 hectares
- Gram Panchayats
- 4
- Largest by Population
- Melur (13,244 people)
- Largest by Area
- Melur (4,306.12 hectares)
Largest Villages by Population
Melur is the highest-population village listed in Coonoor Taluk, with 13,244 people and 3,944 households. It represents 49% of the listed taluk village population. Open the village profile to compare its Census code, facilities, area and nearest-town details.
| Rank | Village | Population | Local Pop Share | Households | Avg Household Size | Area (ha) | Pop / sq km | Nearest Town | Town Distance km |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Melur | 13,244 | 49% | 3,944 | 3.4 | 4,306.12 | 307.6 | Coonoor | C |
| 2 | Yedappalli | 5,232 | 19% | 1,512 | 3.5 | 1,206.89 | 433.5 | Coonoor | B |
| 3 | Coonoor | 4,979 | 18% | 1,484 | 3.4 | 1,043.18 | 477.3 | Coonoor | B |
| 4 | Burliyar | 3,676 | 14% | 1,085 | 3.4 | 1,674.71 | 219.5 | Coonoor | B |
Largest Villages by Area
Melur has the largest recorded village area in Coonoor Taluk, at 4,306.12 hectares. This is 52% of the listed local village area. Use area values for broad comparison only; land and revenue work should use official records.
| Rank | Village | Area (ha) | Local Area Share | Population | Pop / sq km | Households | Households / ha | Nearest Town | Town Distance km |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Melur | 4,306.12 | 52% | 13,244 | 307.6 | 3,944 | 0.92 | Coonoor | C |
| 2 | Burliyar | 1,674.71 | 20% | 3,676 | 219.5 | 1,085 | 0.65 | Coonoor | B |
| 3 | Yedappalli | 1,206.89 | 15% | 5,232 | 433.5 | 1,512 | 1.25 | Coonoor | B |
| 4 | Coonoor | 1,043.18 | 13% | 4,979 | 477.3 | 1,484 | 1.42 | Coonoor | B |
Villages in Coonoor Taluk
The A-Z table below helps you find the correct village inside Coonoor Taluk. Each row brings together the village name, Census code, population, households, area, nearest town and key facility signals where those details are listed.
B Villages
| Village | Village Code | Population | Households | Area (ha) | CD Block | Gram Panchayat | Nearest Town | ATM Access | Primary School | Mobile | Road | Power |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Burliyar | 635112 | 3,676 | 1,085 | 1,674.71 | Coonoor | Burliyar | Coonoor | — | Available | Available | Available | Available |
C Villages
| Village | Village Code | Population | Households | Area (ha) | CD Block | Gram Panchayat | Nearest Town | ATM Access | Primary School | Mobile | Road | Power |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Coonoor | 635113 | 4,979 | 1,484 | 1,043.18 | Coonoor | Berhatty, Bandishola | Coonoor | — | Available | Available | Available | Available |
M Villages
| Village | Village Code | Population | Households | Area (ha) | CD Block | Gram Panchayat | Nearest Town | ATM Access | Primary School | Mobile | Road | Power |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Melur | 635114 | 13,244 | 3,944 | 4,306.12 | Coonoor | Melur | Coonoor | — | Available | Available | Available | Available |
Y Villages
| Village | Village Code | Population | Households | Area (ha) | CD Block | Gram Panchayat | Nearest Town | ATM Access | Primary School | Mobile | Road | Power |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Yedappalli | 635111 | 5,232 | 1,512 | 1,206.89 | Coonoor | Yedappalli | Coonoor | — | Available | Available | Available | Available |
Population Summary
Coonoor Taluk has 27,131 people in 8,025 households across 4 Census 2011 village records.
Average Population / Village6,783
Average Household Size3.4
Inhabited Village %100%
Population Density / sq km329.6
Male Share0%
Female Share0%
SC Share0%
ST Share0%
Total Population27,131
Administrative Coverage
Administrative coverage links Coonoor villages with local names reported in Census 2011 records. The page includes 1 CD block and 4 Gram Panchayats. Reported Gram Panchayats include Berhatty, Bandishola, Burliyar and Melur.
CD Blocks Reported1
Gram Panchayats Reported4
Nearest Town Names Reported1
CD blocks reported: Coonoor.
Gram Panchayats reported: Berhatty, Bandishola, Burliyar, Melur, Yedappalli.
Village Facility Coverage
Village facility coverage for Coonoor Taluk is based on Census 2011 and District Census Handbook (DCHB) amenities fields. Reported signals include primary school in 4 villages (100%), mobile coverage in 4 villages (100%), all-weather road in 4 villages (100%), domestic power supply in 4 villages (100%). These are historical village amenities, not live service guarantees.
Facility Coverage Summary
| Facility | Villages with Facility | Reported Villages | Gap Count | % of All Villages |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Primary School | 4 | 4 | 0 | 100 |
| Mobile Coverage | 4 | 4 | 0 | 100 |
| All-Weather Road | 4 | 4 | 0 | 100 |
| PDS Shop | 4 | 4 | 0 | 100 |
| Domestic Power Supply | 4 | 4 | 0 | 100 |
Median Nearest Town Distance0 km
Villages within 5 km4
Villages over 25 km0
Nearest Town Distance Bands
| Distance Band | Villages | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Within 5 Km | 4 | 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 the fields available for Coonoor Taluk. The page summarises 26 data fields and 104 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.
| Data Section | Fields | Reported Values | Available / Positive Values |
|---|---|---|---|
| Census Codes and Administrative Details | 6 | 24 | 16 |
| Location and Distance | 3 | 12 | 4 |
| Population and Social Groups | 3 | 12 | 12 |
| Education Facilities | 8 | 32 | 20 |
| Connectivity, Roads and Transport | 2 | 8 | 8 |
| Financial, Market and Public Services | 1 | 4 | 4 |
| Power Supply | 3 | 12 | 12 |
Official Reference Links
Use official portals to verify current government information, land records, revenue details or administrative updates.
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 is the most populated village in Coonoor Taluk?
Melur is the most populated village listed for Coonoor Taluk, with 13,244 people and 3,944 households.
Which village has the largest recorded area in Coonoor Taluk?
Melur has the largest recorded village area in Coonoor Taluk, at 4,306.12 hectares.
How many Gram Panchayats are reported for Coonoor Taluk?
The administrative summary reports 4 Gram Panchayats for Coonoor Taluk. Reported names include Berhatty, Bandishola, Burliyar and Melur.
What village facilities are reported in Coonoor Taluk?
The facility section uses Census 2011 and District Census Handbook (DCHB) village amenities fields. High-count signals include primary school in 4 villages, mobile coverage in 4 villages, all-weather road in 4 villages. These are historical records, not live service guarantees.
What can I find in the Coonoor Taluk village table?
The table lists villages with Census village code, population, households, area, nearest town and key facility details where available.
Is Coonoor also a sub-district in Census data?
Yes. In Census data this administrative level is recorded as a sub-district, while local wording may use terms such as tehsil, taluka, taluk, mandal, block or tahasil depending on the state.