Mel - Dalhousie, Chamba
Mel is a village situated in the Dalhousie tehsil of Chamba district, Himachal Pradesh. It is located approximately 24 km from the tehsil headquarters in Dalhousie and around 65 km from the district headquarters in Chamba. Mail serves as the Gram Panchayat for Mel village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Mel is 007384. The village covers a total geographical area of 433.6 hectares and falls under the 176301 pincode. Bakloh(cb) is the nearest town, located about 15 km away.
Mel village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Pradhan serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Dalhousie Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Kangra Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Mel
According to the 2011 Census, Mel village had a total population of 1,139 people, including 545 males and 594 females, living in 245 households. The sex ratio was 1,090 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 75.18%, with male literacy at 84.60% and female literacy at 67.25%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 257, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 5.
The table below presents a detailed demographic breakdown of the village, including separate male and female figures for each population category.
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,139 | 545 | 594 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 188 | 110 | 78 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 257 | 125 | 132 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 5 | 2 | 3 |
| Literate Population | 715 | 368 | 347 |
| Illiterate Population | 424 | 177 | 247 |
Nearby Villages of Mel
Mel 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 Mel
Mel 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 Bakloh(cb) to Mel is about 15 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Chamba to Mel is about 65 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.9 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Mel
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Mel village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Mel
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Mel village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Mel
Where is Mel located?
Mel village is located in Dalhousie Tehsil, Chamba district, Himachal Pradesh, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Mel?
The Gram Panchayat of Mel is Mail.
What is the pincode of Mel?
The pincode of Mel is 176301.
What is the population of Mel?
Mel had a total population of 1,139, including 545 males and 594 females.
How many households are there in Mel?
Mel had 245 households.
What is the literacy rate in Mel?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Mel was 75.18%. Male literacy was 84.60% and female literacy was 67.25%.