Melan

Melan is a village located in Kumharsain tehsil of Shimla district in Himachal Pradesh, India. It is situated 84km away from district headquarter Kumharsain. Kumharsain is the sub-district headquarter of Melan village. As per 2009 stats, Mailon is the gram panchayat of Melan village.

Melan has its own place in the vibrant Shimla 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 Melan

According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Melan is 023925. The village spans a total geographical area of 164.12 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 172031. Narkanda is nearest town to Melan village for all major economic activities.

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Population of Melan

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

ParticularsTotalMaleFemale
Total Population 835 410 425
Child Population (0–6 yrs) 61 27 34
Scheduled Castes (SC) 380 188 192
Scheduled Tribes (ST) N/A N/A N/A
Literate Population 656 362 294
Illiterate Population 179 48 131

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

  • The total population of Melan village is around 835, including approximately 410 males and 425 females, with a sex ratio of 1036 females per 1,000 males.
  • There are about 61 children aged 0–6 years in Melan village, reflecting the young population in the village.
  • Melan village has 380 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC).
  • The literacy rate of Melan village is about 78.56%, with male literacy at 88.29% and female literacy at 69.18%.
  • There are around 239 households in Melan village.

Connectivity of Melan

Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Melan. As per the 2011 stats, Melan 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 km distance
Railway Station Available within 10+ km distance

Nearby Villages of Melan

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

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Frequently Asked Questions about Melan

Where is Melan located?
Melan village is situated in Kumharsain Tehsil, within the Shimla district of Himachal Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Melan?
The Gram Panchayat of Melan is Mailon (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
What is the pincode of Melan?
The pincode of Melan is 172031, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
What is the population of Melan as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Melan is 835, with 410 males and 425 females.
How many households are there in Melan as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Melan village has a total of 239 households.
What is the literacy rate in Melan as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Melan is 78.56%. The male literacy rate is 88.29%, while the female literacy rate is 69.18%.