Melaj

Melaj is a village located in Viramgam taluka of Ahmadabad district in Gujarat, India. It is situated 14km away from sub-district headquarter Viramgam (tehsildar office) and 77km away from district headquarter Ahmadabad. As per 2009 stats, Melaj village is also a gram panchayat.

Melaj has its own place in the vibrant Ahmadabad 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 Melaj

According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Melaj is 511515. The village spans a total geographical area of 1237.92 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 382150. Viramgam is nearest town to Melaj village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 14km away.

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Population of Melaj

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

ParticularsTotalMaleFemale
Total Population 1,634 845 789
Child Population (0–6 yrs) 216 119 97
Scheduled Castes (SC) 679 355 324
Scheduled Tribes (ST) N/A N/A N/A
Literate Population 981 577 404
Illiterate Population 653 268 385

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

  • The total population of Melaj village is around 1,634, including approximately 845 males and 789 females, with a sex ratio of 933 females per 1,000 males.
  • There are about 216 children aged 0–6 years in Melaj village, reflecting the young population in the village.
  • Melaj village has 679 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC).
  • The literacy rate of Melaj village is about 60.04%, with male literacy at 68.28% and female literacy at 51.20%.
  • There are around 295 households in Melaj village.

Connectivity of Melaj

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

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

Nearby Villages of Melaj

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

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Frequently Asked Questions about Melaj

Where is Melaj located?
Melaj village is situated in Viramgam Taluka, within the Ahmadabad district of Gujarat, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Melaj?
Melaj serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
What is the pincode of Melaj?
The pincode of Melaj is 382150, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
What is the population of Melaj as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Melaj is 1,634, with 845 males and 789 females.
How many households are there in Melaj as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Melaj village has a total of 295 households.
What is the literacy rate in Melaj as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Melaj is 60.04%. The male literacy rate is 68.28%, while the female literacy rate is 51.20%.