Melukunte
About Melukunte
According to Census 2011 information the location code or village code of Melukunte village is 610348. Melukunte village is located in Sira taluka of Tumkur district in Karnataka, India. It is situated 10km away from sub-district headquarter Sira (tehsildar office) and 50km away from district headquarter Tumkur. As per 2009 stats, Melukunte village is also a gram panchayat.
The total geographical area of village is 1933.68 hectares. Melukunte has a total population of 4,326 peoples, out of which male population is 2,195 while female population is 2,131. This results in a sex ratio of approximately 970 females for every 1,000 males. Literacy rate of melukunte village is 64.84% out of which 74.62% males and 54.76% females are literate. There are about 924 houses in melukunte village. Pincode of melukunte village locality is 572137.
When it comes to administration, Melukunte 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, Melukunte village comes under Sira Vidhan Sabha constituency & Chitradurga Lok Sabha constituency. Sira is nearest town to melukunte village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 10km away.
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Population of Melukunte
The population details of Melukunte 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 | 4,326 | 2,195 | 2,131 |
| Child Population (Age 0–6) | 396 | 214 | 182 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) Population | 492 | 255 | 237 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) Population | 354 | 176 | 178 |
| Literate Population | 2,805 | 1,638 | 1,167 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,521 | 557 | 964 |
Connectivity of Melukunte
| 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 Melukunte
Where is Melukunte located?
Melukunte village is situated in Sira Taluka, within the Tumkur district of Karnataka, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Melukunte?
Melukunte serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
What is the pincode of Melukunte?
The pincode of Melukunte is 572137, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
What is the population of Melukunte as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Melukunte is 4,326, with 2,195 males and 2,131 females.
How many households are there in Melukunte as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Melukunte village has a total of 924 households.
What is the literacy rate in Melukunte as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Melukunte is 64.84%. The male literacy rate is 74.62%, while the female literacy rate is 54.76%.