Melekote
About Melekote
According to Census 2011 information the location code or village code of Melekote village is 610326. Melekote village is located in Sira taluka of Tumkur district in Karnataka, India. It is situated 18km away from sub-district headquarter Sira (tehsildar office) and 68km away from district headquarter Tumkur. As per 2009 stats, Tavarekere is the gram panchayat of Melekote village.
The total geographical area of village is 408.88 hectares. Melekote has a total population of 1,316 peoples, out of which male population is 675 while female population is 641. This results in a sex ratio of approximately 949 females for every 1,000 males. Literacy rate of melekote village is 60.03% out of which 68.74% males and 50.86% females are literate. There are about 292 houses in melekote village. Pincode of melekote village locality is 572139.
When it comes to administration, Melekote 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, Melekote village comes under Sira Vidhan Sabha constituency & Chitradurga Lok Sabha constituency. Sira is nearest town to melekote village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 18km away.
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Population of Melekote
The population details of Melekote 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 | 1,316 | 675 | 641 |
| Child Population (Age 0–6) | 159 | 87 | 72 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) Population | 315 | 164 | 151 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) Population | 158 | 78 | 80 |
| Literate Population | 790 | 464 | 326 |
| Illiterate Population | 526 | 211 | 315 |
Connectivity of Melekote
| 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 |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Melekote
Where is Melekote located?
Melekote village is situated in Sira Taluka, within the Tumkur district of Karnataka, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Melekote?
The Gram Panchayat of Melekote is Tavarekere (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
What is the pincode of Melekote?
The pincode of Melekote is 572139, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
What is the population of Melekote as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Melekote is 1,316, with 675 males and 641 females.
How many households are there in Melekote as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Melekote village has a total of 292 households.
What is the literacy rate in Melekote as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Melekote is 60.03%. The male literacy rate is 68.74%, while the female literacy rate is 50.86%.