Kodaikanal
Taluk in Dindigul, Tamil Nadu
About Kodaikanal
Kodaikanal is a taluk located in Dindigul, Tamil Nadu, India. This taluk has a population of 115,363 people. The taluk is positioned at coordinates 10.2761°N, 77.4718°E .
As part of India's administrative structure, Kodaikanal falls under the governance framework of Tamil Nadu state , specifically within Dindigul district. This administrative division plays a crucial role in local governance, service delivery, and development programs.
According to Census data, Kodaikanal has a recorded population contributing to the demographic profile of the region. This page provides comprehensive information including geographic coordinates, administrative hierarchy, postal services, banking facilities, and connectivity details useful for residents, researchers, and anyone requiring accurate location data.
Demographics
- Population:
- 115,363
Geographic Coordinates
- Latitude:
- 10.276080
- Longitude:
- 77.471770
Administrative Hierarchy
Kodaikanal is organized within India's administrative structure as follows: Country: India → State: Tamil Nadu → District: Dindigul → Taluk: Kodaikanal. This hierarchical structure helps in administrative governance, postal services, census operations, and provides context for local services and facilities.
Services and Facilities in Kodaikanal
Kodaikanal is served by various essential services and facilities. Residents and visitors can access postal services through local post offices, banking facilities from major public and private sector banks, and connectivity through road and rail networks. The area is part of India's comprehensive administrative and service delivery systems ensuring access to government schemes, public services, and infrastructure development.
For official documentation, census records, and administrative purposes, Kodaikanal is identified by its unique codes within the Indian administrative system. These codes help in accurate identification and prevent confusion with similarly named locations across India. Whether you're filling government forms, applying for services, or researching demographic data, understanding the correct administrative classification of Kodaikanal is essential.
Alternative Names
This location is also known as:
- கொடைக்கானல் (ta)
- கொடைக்கானல் (ta)
- கொடைக்கானல் (ta)
Cities, Towns & Villages in Kodaikanal
Kodaikanal contains 90 cities, towns & villages. Browse the complete list below to find detailed information about each location including population, postal codes, banking facilities, and connectivity.
Adukkam
Berijam
Bombay Shola
Bryant Park
Chinna Kodalankadu
Chinnur
Chowki
Kacheri
Kamanur
Kammalappatti
Kanalkadu
Kattanangarai
Kavichikombu
Kavunji
Kavunji
Kilakkuchettippatti
Kilanavayal
Kodaikanal
Population: 36,501
Kolaiyattuppatti
Kolavarai
Konal Ar Anai
Kongankalvai
Kookkal
Korappur
Kottadippatti
Kukkal
Kumbarai
Kumbur
Kumbur Vayal
Kumbuvalavu
Machchur
Mandarakkalvai
Mangalankombu
Manjampatti R.F.
Mannavanur
Melpallam
Mulaiyur
Munjikkal
Naduppatti
Naldupatti
Nallurkadu
Pachchalur
Palamalai
Palamputtur
Pallangi
Pallattadi
Pallattukkalvai
Panikkarai
Pannaikadu
Population: 8,731
Panrikidappatti
Pattalankadu
Perambukana
Periyur
Periyur
Perumalmalai
Perumpallam
Pig Valley
Polur
Poolathur
Poombarai
Poondi
Pudupputtur
Pulaiyarkudi
Pulaiyarvalavu
Pulaiyarvalavu
Pulaiyarvalavu
Pulaiyarvalavu
Pulattui
Pulavadi
Pullangodu
Pumbarai
Pundi
Pusaripatti
Sandanapelapatti
Sembrankulam
Senbaganur
Silandikombu
Sinippelattupatti
Thandigudi
Thandikudi
Uralpatti
Uttuppatti
Vadagounchi
Valagiri
Vekkadi
Vellagavi
Vellagevi
Vengalappuli
Vengayaparai
Vilpatti
How to Use This Information
The information on this page about Kodaikanal can be used for various purposes including address verification, form filling for government services, census data research, and travel planning. When filling official forms that require your place of residence, you'll need to specify the district, taluk, and village/city accurately as shown in the administrative hierarchy above.
Common Use Cases:
- Address Verification: Use the administrative hierarchy to complete your address correctly on official documents
- Postal Services: Find nearby post offices and pin codes for reliable mail delivery
- Banking Services: Locate bank branches in Kodaikanal for account opening and transactions
- Travel Planning: Use geographic coordinates for GPS navigation and distance calculations
- Research & Census: Access demographic and administrative data for research purposes
This comprehensive information ensures you have accurate details about Kodaikanal for any administrative, personal, or business requirements you may have.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the administrative classification of Kodaikanal?
Kodaikanal is classified as a taluk in the administrative hierarchy of Tamil Nadu. It is part of Dindigul district and falls under the jurisdiction of the respective state government administration.
How do I find postal services in Kodaikanal?
Postal services in Kodaikanal are provided through local post offices managed by India Post. You can find the nearest post office and corresponding PIN code by searching for Kodaikanal in our postal code directory. This information is essential for receiving mail and courier services.
What banking facilities are available in Kodaikanal?
Kodaikanal has banking services from various public and private sector banks. You can find branch details including IFSC codes, addresses, and contact information in our banking directory. Major banks typically have ATMs and branches in larger towns and cities within the region.
How can I use the geographic coordinates provided?
The latitude and longitude coordinates for Kodaikanal can be used for GPS navigation, mapping applications, and distance calculations. Simply input these coordinates into any GPS device or mapping service like Google Maps to get directions and navigate to Kodaikanal.
Is this information updated regularly?
Yes, the information about Kodaikanal is sourced from official government records and geographic databases. We regularly update our data to ensure accuracy. However, for official purposes, always verify critical information with relevant government authorities.