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There has been a sharp increase in the proportion of elderly population in India as a result of demographic transition. The psychology of ageing is markedly influenced by the general attitude towards the elderly. Social psychology indicates the changing attitude towards them. To find out Socio-Cultural, psychological problems, and activities of daily living of the rural geriatric population. A community based Cross sectional study conducted during the period of December 2010 to June 2011. By simple Random sampling method twenty three elderly persons who were aged 60 years and above willing to participate were selected from each of the eighteen selected village. Majority elderly 231 (60.6%) said that they had good relationship with family members. Less than half of the elderly 164 (43.1%) reported, their advice was honoured by family members. More than half of the elderly 228 (55.4%) were current addicts. Disability with respect to daily activities, 48 (11.7%) elderly needed help for climbing the stairs. Elderly persons who are physically fit due to their good lifestyle practices should be made role models and motivate others for better quality of health and promotion of healthy lifestyle.