Melan
About Melan
According to Census 2011 information the location code or village code of Melan village is 023925. Melan village is 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.
The total geographical area of village is 164.12 hectares. Melan has a total population of 835 peoples, out of which male population is 410 while female population is 425. This results in a sex ratio of approximately 1036 females for every 1,000 males. Literacy rate of melan village is 78.56% out of which 88.29% males and 69.18% females are literate. There are about 239 houses in melan village. Pincode of melan village locality is 172031.
Narkanda is nearest town to melan village for all major economic activities.
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Population of Melan
The population details of Melan cover important figures like total population, male and female population, children aged 0–6 years, and the number of literate and illiterate people. It also shows how many residents belong to Scheduled Castes and Scheduled Tribes. These details help in understanding the village structure, education level, and community groups.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 835 | 410 | 425 |
| Child Population (Age 0–6) | 61 | 27 | 34 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) Population | 380 | 188 | 192 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) Population | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Literate Population | 656 | 362 | 294 |
| Illiterate Population | 179 | 48 | 131 |
Connectivity of Melan
| 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 |
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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%.