Melu - R. S. Pura, Jammu
Melu is a village situated in the R. S. Pura tehsil of Jammu district, Jammu And Kashmir. It is located approximately 7 km from R.s.pora and around 27 km from Jammu. Jinder Melu serves as the Halqa Panchayat for Melu village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Melu is 006078. The village covers a total geographical area of 115.3 hectares and falls under the 181111 pincode. R.s.pora is the nearest town, located about 7 km away.
Melu village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the RS Pura South Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Jammu Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Melu
According to the 2011 Census, Melu village had a total population of 942 people, including 493 males and 449 females, living in 203 households. The sex ratio was 911 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 80.88%, with male literacy at 90.69% and female literacy at 70.15%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 758, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 1.
The table below presents a detailed demographic breakdown of the village, including separate male and female figures for each population category.
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 942 | 493 | 449 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 79 | 42 | 37 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 758 | 405 | 353 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1 | 0 | 1 |
| Literate Population | 698 | 409 | 289 |
| Illiterate Population | 244 | 84 | 160 |
Nearby Villages of Melu
Melu 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 Melu
Melu is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from R.s.pora to Melu is about 7 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Jammu to Melu is about 27 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 Melu
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Melu village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Melu
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Melu 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 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Melu
Where is Melu located?
Melu village is located in R. S. Pura Tehsil, Jammu district, Jammu And Kashmir, India.
What is the Halqa Panchayat of Melu?
The Halqa Panchayat of Melu is Jinder Melu.
What is the pincode of Melu?
The pincode of Melu is 181111.
What is the population of Melu?
Melu had a total population of 942, including 493 males and 449 females.
How many households are there in Melu?
Melu had 203 households.
What is the literacy rate in Melu?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Melu was 80.88%. Male literacy was 90.69% and female literacy was 70.15%.