The Nilgiris (நீலகிரி)
The Nilgiris ("Blue Mountains") is an ecological paradise in the Western Ghats home to UNESCO World Heritage Nilgiri Mountain Railway, indigenous Toda/Kota tribal communities, sprawling tea plantations, and Mudumalai wildlife sanctuary.
Population
735,394
Density: 288 / km²
Area
2,545 km²
Forest Area: 1,420 km²
Literacy Rate
85.2%
State Avg: 80.09%
Sex Ratio
1042
Females / 1000 Males
District History & Summary
The Nilgiris ("Blue Mountains") is an ecological paradise in the Western Ghats home to UNESCO World Heritage Nilgiri Mountain Railway, indigenous Toda/Kota tribal communities, sprawling tea plantations, and Mudumalai wildlife sanctuary.
Administrative Divisions
3
6
88
0
4
11
35
Udhagamandalam
Demographics & Literacy
Male & Female Ratio
Sex Ratio: 1000 1042 Females / 1000 Males.
Literacy Comparison
★ Higher literacy rate than the state average.
Agriculture & Water Resources (Crops, Rainfall & Rivers)
Major Crops
Major Rivers
Rainfall Statistics
Infrastructure & Economy (Health, Education & Transport)
Healthcare
8
28
1,800
Educational Institutions
420
130
18
Transport & Connectivity
Economy & Industry
Tourism & Spiritual Attractions
Government Botanical Garden & Rose Garden, Ooty
The Nilgiris District
Doddabetta Peak (Highest point in Nilgiris - 2,637m)
The Nilgiris District
Mudumalai National Park & Tiger Reserve
The Nilgiris District
Pykara Lake & Waterfalls
The Nilgiris District
Nilgiri Mountain Railway Toy Train ride
The Nilgiris District
Revenue Villages
88List of revenue villages within The Nilgiris district.
| Village Name | Taluk | PIN Code | Population | Action |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Aracode | Kotagiri | 643216 | 781 | View |
| Balacola | Kundah | 643003 | 13,622 | View |
| Burliyar | Coonoor | 643104 | 3,676 | View |
| Cherangode | Panthalur | 643205 | 33,506 | View |
| Coonoor | Coonoor | 643231 | 4,979 | View |
| Denad | Kotagiri | 643216 | 8,284 | View |
| Ebbanad | Udhagamandalam | 643206 | 6,233 | View |
| Erumad | Panthalur | 643239 | 15,695 | View |
| Hallimoyar | Kotagiri | 638451 | 225 | View |
| Hullathi | Udhagamandalam | 643007 | 9,187 | View |
| Ithalar | Kundah | 643004 | 9,876 | View |
| Jackanarai | Kotagiri | 643242 | 4,602 | View |
Post Offices & PIN Codes
List of post offices and PIN codes in The Nilgiris district.
Adderly B.O
The Nilgiris
Ambalamoola B.O
The Nilgiris
Anikorai B.O
The Nilgiris
Aracode B.O
The Nilgiris
Araihatty B.O
The Nilgiris
Aravenu S.O
The Nilgiris
Aruvankadu S.O
The Nilgiris
Athigaratti B.O
The Nilgiris
Athikunna B.O
The Nilgiris
Athipalli B.O
The Nilgiris
Avalanchi Power House B.O
The Nilgiris
Balacola S.O
The Nilgiris
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