Elathagiri | |
Native Name: | எலத்தகிரி |
Native Name Lang: | ta |
Image Alt: | Elathagiri |
Pushpin Map: | India Tamil Nadu |
Pushpin Map Caption: | Location of Elthagiri in Tamilnadu |
Coordinates: | 12.5514°N 78.2942°W |
Subdivision Type: | Country |
Subdivision Name: | India |
Subdivision Type1: | State |
Subdivision Type2: | Region |
Subdivision Type3: | District |
Subdivision Name1: | Tamil Nadu |
Subdivision Name3: | Krishnagiri |
Subdivision Type4: | Block |
Subdivision Name4: | Bargur |
Subdivision Type5: | Panchayat |
Subdivision Name5: | Palepalli |
Settlement Type: | Village |
Postal Code Type: | PIN |
Postal Code: | 635108 |
Postal2 Code Type: | Post Office |
Postal2 Code: | Elathagiri[1] |
Demographics Type1: | Languages |
Demographics1 Title1: | Official |
Demographics1 Title2: | Other |
Demographics1 Info1: | Tamil |
Demographics1 Info2: | Telugu |
Elathagiri, also known as Eluthagiri, is a small village situated in the Krishnagiri district of Tamil Nadu, India. It is located 3 km away from the Bangalore-Chennai Highway and 9 km from the district capital, Krishnagiri. The village is known for its Catholic Christian settlements and has a rich history of Catholic missionaries and educational services that began over 100 years ago.[2]
Elathagiri is renowned in the surrounding areas for its Catholic churches, schools, and colleges. These institutions have played a significant role in providing religious guidance and education to the local community. The presence of the Catholic Church and its associated services has contributed to the social and cultural fabric of the village, making it a well-known center for Catholic activities in the region.[3]