Mel
About Mel
According to Census 2011 information the location code or village code of Mel village is 007384. Mel village is located in Dalhousie tehsil of Chamba district in Himachal Pradesh, India. It is situated 24km away from sub-district headquarter Dalhousie (tehsildar office) and 65km away from district headquarter Chamba. As per 2009 stats, Mail is the gram panchayat of Mel village.
The total geographical area of village is 433.6 hectares. Mel has a total population of 1,139 peoples, out of which male population is 545 while female population is 594. This results in a sex ratio of approximately 1089 females for every 1,000 males. Literacy rate of mel village is 62.77% out of which 67.52% males and 58.42% females are literate. There are about 245 houses in mel village. Pincode of mel village locality is 176301.
When it comes to administration, Mel village is governed by a Sarpanch, who is an elected representative (Head of Village) chosen through local elections, as per the Constitution of India and the Panchayati Raj Act. As per 2019 stats, Mel village comes under Dalhousie Vidhan Sabha constituency & Kangra Lok Sabha constituency. Bakloh(cb) is nearest town to mel village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 15km away.
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Population of Mel
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,139 | 545 | 594 |
| Literate Population | 715 | 368 | 347 |
| Illiterate Population | 424 | 177 | 247 |
Connectivity of Mel
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Available within village |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Mel
Where is Mel located?
Mel village is situated in Dalhousie Tehsil, within the Chamba district of Himachal Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Mel?
The Gram Panchayat of Mel is Mail (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
What is the pincode of Mel?
The pincode of Mel is 176301, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
What is the population of Mel as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Mel is 1,139, with 545 males and 594 females.
How many households are there in Mel as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Mel village has a total of 245 households.
What is the literacy rate in Mel as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Mel is 62.77%. The male literacy rate is 67.52%, while the female literacy rate is 58.42%.