Melauli - Satari, North Goa
Melauli is a village situated in the Satari taluka of North Goa district, Goa. It is located approximately 10 km from the tehsil headquarters in Valpoi and around 64 km from the district headquarters in Panaji. Guleli serves as the Gram Panchayat for Melauli village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Melauli is 626840. The village covers a total geographical area of 1629.54 hectares and falls under the 403506 pincode.
Melauli village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Valpoi Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the North Goa Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Melauli
As per Census 2011, Melauli village has a total population of 1,636 people, consisting of 835 males and 801 females. The village has 346 households and a sex ratio of 959 females per 1,000 males. There are 162 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,218 literate and 418 illiterate residents. Additionally, 364 people belong to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Melauli are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,636 | 835 | 801 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 162 | 87 | 75 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 364 | 173 | 191 |
| Literate Population | 1,218 | 677 | 541 |
| Illiterate Population | 418 | 158 | 260 |
Nearby Villages of Melauli
Melauli is surrounded by several nearby villages in its surroundings. These villages are part of the local area and are commonly connected through local routes and daily movement of people.
Transport and Connectivity of Melauli
Melauli is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. the road distance from Panaji to Melauli is about 64 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.8 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Melauli
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Melauli village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Melauli
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Melauli village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Melauli
Where is Melauli located?
Melauli village is located in Satari Taluka, North Goa district, Goa, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Melauli?
The Gram Panchayat of Melauli is Guleli.
What is the pincode of Melauli?
The pincode of Melauli is 403506.
What is the population of Melauli?
Melauli has a total population of 1,636, including 835 males and 801 females.
How many households are there in Melauli?
There are 346 households in Melauli.
What is the literacy rate in Melauli?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Melauli is 74.45%. Male literacy is 81.08% and female literacy is 67.54%.