Mela
Mela is a village located in Valia taluka of Bharuch district in Gujarat, India. It is situated 10km away from sub-district headquarter Valia (tehsildar office) and 40km away from district headquarter Bharuch. As per 2009 stats, Mela village is also a gram panchayat.
Mela has its own place in the vibrant Bharuch 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 Mela
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Mela is 522516. The village spans a total geographical area of 283.48 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 393135. Anklesvar is nearest town to Mela village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 30km away.
Google Map of Mela
Population of Mela
Below is a concise population overview of Mela as per the Census 2011 data. The table highlights the key population metrics categorized by gender and social groups.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,277 | 666 | 611 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 140 | 77 | 63 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 2 | 1 | 1 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 878 | 463 | 415 |
| Literate Population | 816 | 470 | 346 |
| Illiterate Population | 461 | 196 | 265 |
Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Mela village:
- The total population of Mela village is around 1,277, including approximately 666 males and 611 females, with a sex ratio of 917 females per 1,000 males.
- There are about 140 children aged 0–6 years in Mela village, reflecting the young population in the village.
- Mela village has 2 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC) and 878 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
- The literacy rate of Mela village is about 63.90%, with male literacy at 70.57% and female literacy at 56.63%.
- There are around 294 households in Mela village.
Connectivity of Mela
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Mela. As per the 2011 stats, Mela 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 5 - 10 km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Mela
Knowing the nearby villages of Mela helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Mela.
Frequently Asked Questions about Mela
- Where is Mela located?
- Mela village is situated in Valia Taluka, within the Bharuch district of Gujarat, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Mela?
- Mela serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
- What is the pincode of Mela?
- The pincode of Mela is 393135, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Mela as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Mela is 1,277, with 666 males and 611 females.
- How many households are there in Mela as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Mela village has a total of 294 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Mela as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Mela is 63.90%. The male literacy rate is 70.57%, while the female literacy rate is 56.63%.