Kotagiri facts for kids
Quick facts for kids
Kotagiri
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 Kotagiri
Location in Tamil Nadu
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| Country | India |
| State | Tamil Nadu |
| District | The Nilgiris |
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| • Type | Special Grade |
| • Body | Kotagiri town panchayat |
| Elevation | 1,950 m (6,400 ft) |
| Population
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| • Total | 28,207 |
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| • Official | Tamil |
| Time zone | UTC+5:30 |
| Area code(s) | +9104266 |
| Vehicle registration | TN43 |
Kotagiri is a cool hill station and a small area called a taluk. It is located in the Nilgiris district of Tamil Nadu, a state in India. The name 'Kotagiri' means 'mountains of the Kotas'. This refers to the "Kota" tribes who traditionally lived in the Nilgiri hills. It used to be known as 'Kota-keri' or 'Kota-gherry'.
This town is built among many hills and valleys. It is one of the biggest hill stations in the Nilgiri Mountains. Kotagiri is about 1,950 meters (6,400 feet) above sea level. It was a popular summer spot for the Madras Presidency a long time ago. A person named John Sullivan found the town in 1819. He visited a nearby village called Dhimbatty. Kotagiri has the third coldest weather in South India, after Ooty and Kodaikanal.
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People Living in Kotagiri
As of 2011, Kotagiri had a population of 28,207 people. There were 13,607 males and 14,600 females. About 2,340 children aged 0 to 6 lived in the town. This was about 8.30% of the total population.
In Kotagiri, there were 1073 females for every 1000 males. This is higher than the state average of 996. The number of girls for every 1000 boys was 945. This is very close to the Tamil Nadu state average of 943.
The literacy rate in Kotagiri is quite high at 86.79%. This is better than the state average of 80.09%. For males, the literacy rate was about 93.55%. For females, it was 80.57%. This means most people in Kotagiri can read and write.
Schools in Kotagiri
Kotagiri has some good schools for students. These schools help young people get a great education.
Important Schools
- International Community School and Junior College
- St. Jude's Public School & Junior College
Fun Places to Visit
Kotagiri is a beautiful place with many spots to explore. You can enjoy nature and learn about the area's history.
Popular Tourist Spots
- Kodanad View Point: A place with amazing views of the surrounding hills.
- Catherine Falls: A beautiful waterfall where you can see water tumbling down.
- Longwood Shola: A special forest area with unique trees and plants.
- John Sullivan Memorial: A memorial dedicated to the person who discovered the town.
- Rangaswamy Peak And Pillar: A significant peak and rock formation.
- Nehru Park, Kotagiri: A nice park where you can relax and play.
Villages Near Kotagiri
Many villages are located around Kotagiri town. Some of these are home to the Badaga people. There are also settlements for Sri Lankan Tamil families. These villages add to the rich culture of the area.
See also
In Spanish: Kotagiri para niños
