Melyal - Kralpora, Kupwara
Melyal is a village situated in the Kralpora tehsil of Kupwara district, Jammu And Kashmir. It is located approximately 22 km from Kupwara and around 22 km from Kupwara. Meellyal serves as the Gram Panchayat for Melyal village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Melyal is 000081. The village covers a total geographical area of 176.4 hectares and falls under the 193224 pincode. Kupwara is the nearest town, located about 22 km away.
Melyal village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Kupwara Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Baramulla Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Melyal
As per Census 2011, Melyal village has a total population of 3,523 people, consisting of 1,778 males and 1,745 females. The village has 436 households and a sex ratio of 981 females per 1,000 males. There are 1,028 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,579 literate and 1,944 illiterate residents. Additionally, 45 people belong to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Melyal are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 3,523 | 1,778 | 1,745 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 1,028 | 500 | 528 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 45 | 19 | 26 |
| Literate Population | 1,579 | 914 | 665 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,944 | 864 | 1,080 |
Nearby Villages of Melyal
Melyal 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 Melyal
Public transport in the Melyal is mainly available through shared van services.
| 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 Kupwara to Melyal is about 22 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Melyal
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Melyal village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Melyal
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Melyal village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Melyal
Where is Melyal located?
Melyal village is located in Kralpora Tehsil, Kupwara district, Jammu And Kashmir, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Melyal?
The Gram Panchayat of Melyal is Meellyal.
What is the pincode of Melyal?
The pincode of Melyal is 193224.
What is the population of Melyal?
Melyal has a total population of 3,523, including 1,778 males and 1,745 females.
How many households are there in Melyal?
There are 436 households in Melyal.
What is the literacy rate in Melyal?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Melyal is 44.82%. Male literacy is 51.41% and female literacy is 38.11%.