Melion
About Melion
According to Census 2011 information the location code or village code of Melion village is 023289. Melion village is located in Paonta Sahib tehsil of Sirmaur district in Himachal Pradesh, India. It is situated 33km away from district headquarter Paonta Sahib. Paonta Sahib is the sub-district headquarter of Melion village. As per 2009 stats, Majra is the gram panchayat of Melion village.
The total geographical area of village is 88.35 hectares. Melion has a total population of 1,039 peoples, out of which male population is 546 while female population is 493. This results in a sex ratio of approximately 902 females for every 1,000 males. Literacy rate of melion village is 65.83% out of which 72.16% males and 58.82% females are literate. There are about 214 houses in melion village. Pincode of melion village locality is 173025.
When it comes to administration, Melion 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, Melion village comes under Nahan Vidhan Sabha constituency & Shimla Lok Sabha constituency. Paonta Sahib is nearest town to melion village for all major economic activities.
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Population of Melion
The population details of Melion 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 | 1,039 | 546 | 493 |
| Child Population (Age 0–6) | 151 | 82 | 69 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) Population | 118 | 61 | 57 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) Population | 7 | 4 | 3 |
| Literate Population | 684 | 394 | 290 |
| Illiterate Population | 355 | 152 | 203 |
Connectivity of Melion
| 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 Melion
Where is Melion located?
Melion village is situated in Paonta Sahib Tehsil, within the Sirmaur district of Himachal Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Melion?
The Gram Panchayat of Melion is Majra (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
What is the pincode of Melion?
The pincode of Melion is 173025, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
What is the population of Melion as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Melion is 1,039, with 546 males and 493 females.
How many households are there in Melion as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Melion village has a total of 214 households.
What is the literacy rate in Melion as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Melion is 65.83%. The male literacy rate is 72.16%, while the female literacy rate is 58.82%.