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Palamathi village panchayat is 2004 as per the 2011 census. Majority of the people living in Palamathi village atop the hill are migrants from other places of Tamil Nadu, Karnataka and Andhra Pradesh. Most of the population does not have a tribal status. The people here
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Palmathi Hills, the Palamathi Reserve Forest and the Otteri lake are situated in the periphery of the Vellore City. The whole range is a part of the Eastern Ghats. The official designation of the area is a Village Panchayat. The whole Palamathi village panchayat is spread over five habitations
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Vellore, is often referred to as "Vellore's Ooty" due to its pleasant and chilly weather, particularly in the early morning and post-evenings. With a height of approximately 1640 feet, this mountain range offers a refreshing environment for visitors. Known for receiving
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Palamathi hills is the Otteri Lake. The lake was man made in the British era to supply water to Vellore. The lake is also a thriving hotspot for various avians as it is undisturbed by the city's pollution and is located in the periphery of the city. The lake reached its maximum
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Southwest monsoon period, it attracts a large number of people from Vellore seeking relief from the heat and to enjoy the scenic beauty. Balamathi Hill is also popular among drivers for its picturesque routes.
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Palamathi Hills is home to many species of birds, some of the common birds found here include: Red vented Bulbul, Green bee eater, Myna, White throated kingfisher, Indian Roller bird and Black Drongo
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Palamathi.
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