Melinakuruvalli Village Overview
Melinakuruvalli is a village in Tirthahalli tehsil of Shimoga district, Karnataka. It lies about 3 km from Tirthahalli tehsil headquarters and around 63 km from Shimoga district headquarters. As per available records (2009), Melinakuruvalli village functions as a Gram Panchayat.
The sections below provide essential information about Melinakuruvalli village, including population details, literacy levels, households, children, caste data, area, pincode, local administration, nearby villages, and transport connectivity.
Village Location & Administration
As per Census 2011, the village code of Melinakuruvalli is 608227. The village covers a geographical area of 566.04 hectares and has a pincode of 577432. Tirthahalli is the nearest town, located about 3 km away.
Location Map of Melinakuruvalli
Population & Demographics of Melinakuruvalli
This section provides population and demographic details of Melinakuruvalli village as per Census 2011, including gender-wise and social category-wise data.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,554 | 1,284 | 1,270 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 237 | 112 | 125 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 628 | 318 | 310 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 75 | 29 | 46 |
| Literate Population | 1,960 | 1,045 | 915 |
| Illiterate Population | 594 | 239 | 355 |
Key population details of Melinakuruvalli village are given below:
- Melinakuruvalli village is a well-populated village with a total population of around 2,554, including approximately 1,284 males and 1,270 females, with a sex ratio of 989 females per 1,000 males.
- The number of children aged 0–6 years in the village is relatively low.
- 628 residents belong to the Scheduled Castes (SC) and 75 residents belong to the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
- The literacy level of Melinakuruvalli village is high, with a literacy rate of about 76.74%.
- There are around 604 households in Melinakuruvalli village.
Transport & Connectivity of Melinakuruvalli
Transport facilities help residents of Melinakuruvalli village travel to nearby towns for work, education, healthcare, and daily needs. The village has access to public bus service, private bus service and a 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 Melinakuruvalli
The following villages are located close to Melinakuruvalli and form part of its surrounding area. These nearby villages are commonly connected through local roads and are part of the day-to-day movement for residents.
Frequently Asked Questions about Melinakuruvalli
- Where is Melinakuruvalli located?
- Melinakuruvalli village is located in Tirthahalli Taluka, Shimoga district, Karnataka, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Melinakuruvalli?
- Melinakuruvalli is its own Gram Panchayat (as per available records from 2009).
- What is the pincode of Melinakuruvalli?
- The pincode of Melinakuruvalli is 577432.
- What is the population of Melinakuruvalli?
- Melinakuruvalli has a total population of 2,554, including 1,284 males and 1,270 females.
- How many households are there in Melinakuruvalli?
- There are 604 households in Melinakuruvalli.
- What is the literacy rate in Melinakuruvalli?
- As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Melinakuruvalli is 76.74%. Male literacy is 81.39% and female literacy is 72.05%.