Elathagiri

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.

Elathagiri எலத்தகிரி
Village
A Roadsign board located in Elathagiri
Elathagiri Location of Elthagiri in Tamilnadu
Coordinates: 12°33′05″N 78°17′39″E
Country	India
State	Tamil Nadu
District	Krishnagiri
Block	Bargur
Panchayat	Palepalli
Languages
• Official	Tamil
• Other	Telugu
PIN	635108
Post Office	Elathagiri

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.

Education

• St. Antony's Primary School
• St. Antony's Higher Secondary School
• Gonzaga Matric Higher Secondary School
• Government Higher Secondary School, Orappam (4 KMS from Elathagiri)
• Sivagamiammal CBSC Higher Secondary School (5 KMS from Elathagiri)
• Gonzaga Arts and Science College for Womens

Religious Place

• Adaikala Madha Church, Elathagiri (Our lady of Refuge)
• Holy Family Church (Paarai Kovil)
• CSI Good Shepherd Church
• Karur Mariamman Temple
• Sri Lakshmi Narayana Temple
• St. Joseph Church, Kathampallam
• Sagayamadha Church, Sagayapuram

Official Place

• Elathagiri Post Office
• State Bank of India, Elathagiri Branch