Melur
Melur is a village located in Sidlaghatta taluka of Chikkaballapura district in Karnataka, India. It is situated 5km away from sub-district headquarter Sidlaghatta (tehsildar office) and 19km away from district headquarter Chikkaballapur. As per 2009 stats, Melur village is also a gram panchayat.
Here you can discover what makes Melur unique in its vibrant Sidlaghatta-Chikkaballapura region. You’ll see Melur’s rich profile with demographics like population, households, literacy, sex ratio, kids, castes etc., geographical details like satellite map, area, pincode, plus local governance through gram panchayat, broader constituencies, nearby villages, connectivity, and answers to common questions.
About Melur
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Melur is 624240. The village spans a total geographical area of 142.37 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 562102. Sidlaghatta is nearest town to Melur village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 5km away.
Google Map of Melur
Population of Melur
According to the 2011 Census, Melur has a total population of about 2,946, with approximately 1,448 males and 1,498 females. The sex ratio is around 1034 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 254 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 584 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 327. The overall literacy rate is approximately 75.12%, with male literacy at about 82.53% and female literacy near 67.96%. There are around 738 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Melur's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
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Total Population | 2,946 | 1,448 | 1,498 |
Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 254 | 128 | 126 |
Scheduled Castes (SC) | 584 | 293 | 291 |
Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 327 | 165 | 162 |
Literate Population | 2,213 | 1,195 | 1,018 |
Illiterate Population | 733 | 253 | 480 |
Connectivity of Melur
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Melur. As per the 2011 stats, Melur had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
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Public Bus Service | Available within village |
Private Bus Service | Available within 5 - 10 km distance |
Railway Station | Available within 5 - 10 km distance |
Nearby Villages of Melur
Knowing the nearby villages of Melur helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Melur.
Frequently Asked Questions about Melur
- Where is Melur located?
- Melur village is situated in Sidlaghatta Taluka, within the Chikkaballapura district of Karnataka, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Melur?
- Melur serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
- What is the pincode of Melur?
- The pincode of Melur is 562102, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Melur as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Melur is 2,946, with 1,448 males and 1,498 females.
- How many households are there in Melur as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Melur village has a total of 738 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Melur as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Melur is 75.12%. The male literacy rate is 82.53%, while the female literacy rate is 67.96%.