Melchembu
About Melchembu
According to Census 2011 information the location code or village code of Melchembu village is 617809. Melchembu village is located in Madikeri taluka of Kodagu district in Karnataka, India. It is situated 35km away from Madikeri, which is both district & sub-district headquarter of Melchembu village. As per 2009 stats, Chembu is the gram panchayat of Melchembu village.
The total geographical area of village is 4939.14 hectares. Melchembu has a total population of 3,887 peoples, out of which male population is 1,901 while female population is 1,986. This results in a sex ratio of approximately 1044 females for every 1,000 males. Literacy rate of melchembu village is 81.89% out of which 84.90% males and 79.00% females are literate. There are about 944 houses in melchembu village. Pincode of melchembu village locality is 574234.
When it comes to administration, Melchembu 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, Melchembu village comes under Virajpet Vidhan Sabha constituency & Mysuru Lok Sabha constituency. Sulya is nearest town to melchembu village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 22km away.
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Population of Melchembu
The population details of Melchembu 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 | 3,887 | 1,901 | 1,986 |
| Child Population (Age 0–6) | 353 | 178 | 175 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) Population | 157 | 71 | 86 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) Population | 523 | 245 | 278 |
| Literate Population | 3,183 | 1,614 | 1,569 |
| Illiterate Population | 704 | 287 | 417 |
Connectivity of Melchembu
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Available within village |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Melchembu
Where is Melchembu located?
Melchembu village is situated in Madikeri Taluka, within the Kodagu district of Karnataka, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Melchembu?
The Gram Panchayat of Melchembu is Chembu (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
What is the pincode of Melchembu?
The pincode of Melchembu is 574234, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
What is the population of Melchembu as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Melchembu is 3,887, with 1,901 males and 1,986 females.
How many households are there in Melchembu as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Melchembu village has a total of 944 households.
What is the literacy rate in Melchembu as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Melchembu is 81.89%. The male literacy rate is 84.90%, while the female literacy rate is 79.00%.