Melige

Melige is a village located in Tirthahalli taluka of Shimoga district in Karnataka, India. It is situated 7km away from sub-district headquarter Tirthahalli (tehsildar office) and 67km away from district headquarter Shimoga. As per 2009 stats, Melige village is also a gram panchayat.

Melige 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 Melige

According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Melige is 608239. The village spans a total geographical area of 352.15 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 577415. Tirthahalli is nearest town to Melige village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 7km away.

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Population of Melige

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

ParticularsTotalMaleFemale
Total Population 882 420 462
Child Population (0–6 yrs) 56 30 26
Scheduled Castes (SC) 162 76 86
Scheduled Tribes (ST) N/A N/A N/A
Literate Population 724 362 362
Illiterate Population 158 58 100

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

  • The total population of Melige village is around 882, including approximately 420 males and 462 females, with a sex ratio of 1100 females per 1,000 males.
  • There are about 56 children aged 0–6 years in Melige village, reflecting the young population in the village.
  • Melige village has 162 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC).
  • The literacy rate of Melige village is about 82.09%, with male literacy at 86.19% and female literacy at 78.35%.
  • There are around 214 households in Melige village.

Connectivity of Melige

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

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

Nearby Villages of Melige

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

Munduvalli Kyadigere Holekoppa Dabbanagadde Nambala Balagatte Haralimutt Harogolige Hosaagrahara Andagere Devangi

Frequently Asked Questions about Melige

Where is Melige located?
Melige village is situated in Tirthahalli Taluka, within the Shimoga district of Karnataka, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Melige?
Melige serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
What is the pincode of Melige?
The pincode of Melige is 577415, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
What is the population of Melige as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Melige is 882, with 420 males and 462 females.
How many households are there in Melige as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Melige village has a total of 214 households.
What is the literacy rate in Melige as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Melige is 82.09%. The male literacy rate is 86.19%, while the female literacy rate is 78.35%.