Melda

Melda is a village located in Tikari subdivision of Gaya district in Bihar, India. It is situated 11km away from sub-district headquarter Tikari (tehsildar office) and 41km away from district headquarter Gaya. As per 2009 stats, Kespa is the gram panchayat of Melda village.

Melda has its own place in the vibrant Gaya region. In the following sections, you’ll find details about population, literacy, households, children, caste data, area, pincode, local governance, nearby villages, connectivity, and more.

About Melda

According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Melda is 254721. The village spans a total geographical area of 66 hectares. Tikari is nearest town to Melda village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 15km away.

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Population of Melda

Below is a concise population overview of Melda as per the Census 2011 data. The table highlights the key population metrics categorized by gender and social groups.

ParticularsTotalMaleFemale
Total Population 726 367 359
Child Population (0–6 yrs) 144 69 75
Scheduled Castes (SC) 124 59 65
Scheduled Tribes (ST) N/A N/A N/A
Literate Population 312 220 92
Illiterate Population 414 147 267

Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Melda village:

  • The total population of Melda village is around 726, including approximately 367 males and 359 females, with a sex ratio of 978 females per 1,000 males.
  • There are about 144 children aged 0–6 years in Melda village, reflecting the young population in the village.
  • Melda village has 124 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC).
  • The literacy rate of Melda village is about 42.98%, with male literacy at 59.95% and female literacy at 25.63%.
  • There are around 99 households in Melda village.

Connectivity of Melda

Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Melda. As per the 2011 stats, Melda had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.

Connectivity Type Status (in year 2011)
Public Bus Service Available within 10+ km distance
Private Bus Service Available within 5 - 10 km distance
Railway Station Available within 10+ km distance

Nearby Villages of Melda

Knowing the nearby villages of Melda helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Melda.

Bishunpur Urur Sidhay Agar Lodipur Ithori Salempur Kutlupur Akhanpur Mahimapur Sahwara Idinpur

Frequently Asked Questions about Melda

Where is Melda located?
Melda village is situated in Tikari Subdivision, within the Gaya district of Bihar, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Melda?
The Gram Panchayat of Melda is Kespa (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
What is the population of Melda as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Melda is 726, with 367 males and 359 females.
How many households are there in Melda as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Melda village has a total of 99 households.
What is the literacy rate in Melda as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Melda is 42.98%. The male literacy rate is 59.95%, while the female literacy rate is 25.63%.