Bearhatty | |
Settlement Type: | village |
Pushpin Map: | India Tamil Nadu |
Pushpin Label Position: | right |
Pushpin Map Caption: | Location in Tamil Nadu, India |
Coordinates: | 11.3831°N 76.7802°W |
Subdivision Type: | Country |
Subdivision Name: | India |
Subdivision Type1: | State |
Subdivision Name1: | Tamil Nadu |
Unit Pref: | Metric |
Population Density Km2: | auto |
Demographics Type1: | Languages |
Demographics1 Title1: | Official |
Demographics1 Info1: | Tamil |
Timezone1: | IST |
Utc Offset1: | +5:30 |
Bearhatty is a small village in the Nilgiris district of Tamil Nadu, India. Situated in the Nilgiri Hills, it is known for its scenery and tea plantations. The name "Bearhatty" derives from "bears" that were once common in the area and "hatty," a local term for a village or settlement.
Bearhatty is primarily an agricultural community, with tea cultivation being the main economic activity. The region's cool climate and landscapes make it a tourist destination.