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.
Here you can discover what makes Mela unique in its vibrant Valia-Bharuch region. You’ll see Mela’s rich profile with demographics like population, households, literacy, sex ratio, kids, castes etc., geographical details like satellite map, area, pincode, plus local governance through gram panchayat, broader constituencies, nearby villages, connectivity, and answers to common questions.
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
According to the 2011 Census, Mela has a total population of about 1,277, with approximately 666 males and 611 females. The sex ratio is around 917 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 140 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 2 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 878. The overall literacy rate is approximately 63.90%, with male literacy at about 70.57% and female literacy near 56.63%. There are around 294 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Mela's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| 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 |
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%.