Melion - Majra, Sirmaur
Melion is a village situated in the Majra tehsil of Sirmaur district, Himachal Pradesh. It is located approximately 33 km from Nahan. Melio serves as the Gram Panchayat for Melion village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Melion is 023289. The village covers a total geographical area of 88.35 hectares and falls under the 173021 pincode. Paonta Sahib is the nearest town.
Melion village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Nahan Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Shimla Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Melion
As per Census 2011, Melion village has a total population of 1,039 people, consisting of 546 males and 493 females. The village has 214 households and a sex ratio of 902 females per 1,000 males. There are 151 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 684 literate and 355 illiterate residents. Additionally, 118 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 7 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Melion are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,039 | 546 | 493 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 151 | 82 | 69 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 118 | 61 | 57 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 7 | 4 | 3 |
| Literate Population | 684 | 394 | 290 |
| Illiterate Population | 355 | 152 | 203 |
Nearby Villages of Melion
Melion 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 Melion
Melion is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. the road distance from Nahan to Melion is about 33 km, with the usual travel time around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Melion
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Melion village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 1-2 km |
Health Facilities in Melion
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Melion village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within <1 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Melion
Where is Melion located?
Melion village is located in Majra Tehsil, Sirmaur district, Himachal Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Melion?
The Gram Panchayat of Melion is Melio.
What is the pincode of Melion?
The pincode of Melion is 173021.
What is the population of Melion?
Melion has a total population of 1,039, including 546 males and 493 females.
How many households are there in Melion?
There are 214 households in Melion.
What is the literacy rate in Melion?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Melion is 65.83%. Male literacy is 72.16% and female literacy is 58.82%.