Melina Besige

Melina Besige is a village located in Hosanagara taluka of Shimoga district in Karnataka, India. It is situated 4km away from sub-district headquarter Hosanagara (tehsildar office) and 68km away from district headquarter Shimoga. As per 2009 stats, Melinabesige is the gram panchayat of Melina Besige village.

Melina Besige has its own place in the vibrant Shimoga region. In the following sections, you’ll find details about population, literacy, households, children, caste data, area, pincode, local governance, nearby villages, connectivity, and more.

About Melina Besige

According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Melina Besige is 607967. The village spans a total geographical area of 41.05 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 577418. Hosanagara is nearest town to Melina Besige village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 4km away.

When it comes to local governance, Melina Besige village is administered by a Sarpanch, the elected head of the village, in accordance with the Constitution of India and the Panchayati Raj Act. The village falls under the Tirthahalli Vidhan Sabha constituency for state-level representation and the Shivamogga Lok Sabha constituency for national parliamentary elections. The local administration is responsible for civic services and development within the village.

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Population of Melina Besige

Below is a concise population overview of Melina Besige as per the Census 2011 data. The table highlights the key population metrics categorized by gender and social groups.

ParticularsTotalMaleFemale
Total Population 264 128 136
Child Population (0–6 yrs) 35 19 16
Scheduled Castes (SC) 24 12 12
Scheduled Tribes (ST) N/A N/A N/A
Literate Population 205 104 101
Illiterate Population 59 24 35

Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Melina Besige village:

  • The total population of Melina Besige village is around 264, including approximately 128 males and 136 females, with a sex ratio of 1062 females per 1,000 males.
  • There are about 35 children aged 0–6 years in Melina Besige village, reflecting the young population in the village.
  • Melina Besige village has 24 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC).
  • The literacy rate of Melina Besige village is about 77.65%, with male literacy at 81.25% and female literacy at 74.26%.
  • There are around 69 households in Melina Besige village.

Connectivity of Melina Besige

Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Melina Besige. As per the 2011 stats, Melina Besige had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.

Connectivity Type Status (in year 2011)
Public Bus Service Available within <5 km distance
Private Bus Service Available within village
Railway Station Available within 10+ km distance

Nearby Villages of Melina Besige

Knowing the nearby villages of Melina Besige helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Melina Besige.

Haniya Balekoppa Kargadi Kukkod Agasaramane Ramachandrapura Vasave Devarasalike Varamballi Goragodu Nellunde Thrinive

Frequently Asked Questions about Melina Besige

Where is Melina Besige located?
Melina Besige village is situated in Hosanagara Taluka, within the Shimoga district of Karnataka, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Melina Besige?
The Gram Panchayat of Melina Besige is Melinabesige (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
What is the pincode of Melina Besige?
The pincode of Melina Besige is 577418, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
What is the population of Melina Besige as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Melina Besige is 264, with 128 males and 136 females.
How many households are there in Melina Besige as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Melina Besige village has a total of 69 households.
What is the literacy rate in Melina Besige as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Melina Besige is 77.65%. The male literacy rate is 81.25%, while the female literacy rate is 74.26%.