Melila
About Melila
According to Census 2011 information the location code or village code of Melila village is 628409. Melila village is located in Kottarakkara taluka of Kollam district in Kerala, India. It is situated 7km away from sub-district headquarter Kottarakkara (tehsildar office) and 33km away from district headquarter Kollam. As per 2009 stats, Melila village is also a gram panchayat.
The total geographical area of village is 1858 hectares. Melila has a total population of 22,203 peoples, out of which male population is 10,330 while female population is 11,873. This results in a sex ratio of approximately 1149 females for every 1,000 males. Literacy rate of melila village is 86.80% out of which 87.85% males and 85.88% females are literate. There are about 5,965 houses in melila village. Pincode of melila village locality is 691508.
When it comes to administration, Melila 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, Melila village comes under Pathanapuram Vidhan Sabha constituency & Mavelikkara Lok Sabha constituency. Punalur is nearest town to melila village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 13km away.
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Population of Melila
The population details of Melila 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 | 22,203 | 10,330 | 11,873 |
| Child Population (Age 0–6) | 1,946 | 959 | 987 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) Population | 2,907 | 1,375 | 1,532 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) Population | 30 | 11 | 19 |
| Literate Population | 19,272 | 9,075 | 10,197 |
| Illiterate Population | 2,931 | 1,255 | 1,676 |
Connectivity of Melila
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Available within village |
| Railway Station | Available within 5 - 10 km distance |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Melila
Where is Melila located?
Melila village is situated in Kottarakkara Taluka, within the Kollam district of Kerala, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Melila?
Melila serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
What is the pincode of Melila?
The pincode of Melila is 691508, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
What is the population of Melila as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Melila is 22,203, with 10,330 males and 11,873 females.
How many households are there in Melila as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Melila village has a total of 5,965 households.
What is the literacy rate in Melila as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Melila is 86.80%. The male literacy rate is 87.85%, while the female literacy rate is 85.88%.