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Village in Tamil Nadu, India Village in Tamil Nadu, India
Muthorai Palada
Village
Muthorai Palada is located in Tamil NaduMuthorai PaladaMuthorai PaladaLocation in Tamil Nadu, IndiaShow map of Tamil NaduMuthorai Palada is located in IndiaMuthorai PaladaMuthorai PaladaMuthorai Palada (India)Show map of India
Coordinates: 11°22′15″N 76°39′58″E / 11.370705779777614°N 76.66624548294587°E / 11.370705779777614; 76.66624548294587
CountryIndia
StateTamil Nadu
DistrictNilgiris
Language(s)
 • OfficialTamil
Time zoneUTC+5:30 (IST)

Muthorai Palada, also known as M. Palada, is a village located about 10 kilometers southwest of Ooty in Tamil Nadu, India. It falls within Nilgiris district. The pincode is 643004.

Landmarks

A tribal museum opened in 1995 in Muthorai Palada, and aims to preseve the cultutal heritage of the tribes in the area. It is located within the Tribal Research Centre. The research center is also involved in creating livelihood opportunities for the tribal communities, and raises awareness of issues faced by the tribes. The Nilgiri Mountains have been home to several indigenous tribes including Toda, Kota, Kurumba, Irula, Paniya and Kattunayakan.

Eklavya Model Residential School in Muthorai Palada is part of Government of India's scheme for schooling of children of scheduled tribes across India.

Good Shepherd International School, founded in 1977, is located in Muthorai Palada.

Economy

Agriculture is a key sector of Muthorai Palada's economy. The village has carrot, garlic and potato farms.

References

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