Melan - Pansemal, Barwani
Melan is a village situated in the Pansemal tehsil of Barwani district, Madhya Pradesh. It is located approximately 8 km from the tehsil headquarters in Pansemal and around 96 km from the district headquarters in Barwani. Nisarpur serves as the Gram Panchayat for Melan village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Melan is 478415. The village covers a total geographical area of 185.72 hectares and falls under the 451881 pincode. Khetia is the nearest town, located about 4 km away.
Melan village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Pansemal Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Khargone Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Melan
According to the 2011 Census, Melan village had a total population of 377 people, including 194 males and 183 females, living in 73 households. The sex ratio was 943 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 44.71%, with male literacy at 50.91% and female literacy at 38.55%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 32, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 277.
The table below presents a detailed demographic breakdown of the village, including separate male and female figures for each population category.
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 377 | 194 | 183 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 46 | 29 | 17 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 32 | 21 | 11 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 277 | 137 | 140 |
| Literate Population | 148 | 84 | 64 |
| Illiterate Population | 229 | 110 | 119 |
Nearby Villages of Melan
Melan is surrounded by several nearby villages in its surroundings. These villages are part of the local area and are commonly connected through local routes and daily movement of people.
Transport and Connectivity of Melan
Melan is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Khetia to Melan is about 4 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Barwani to Melan is about 96 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.7 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Melan
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Melan village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within <1 km |
Health Facilities in Melan
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Melan village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | Yes | Available within village |
FAQs about Melan
Where is Melan located?
Melan village is located in Pansemal Tehsil, Barwani district, Madhya Pradesh, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Melan?
The Gram Panchayat of Melan is Nisarpur.
What is the pincode of Melan?
The pincode of Melan is 451881.
What is the population of Melan?
Melan had a total population of 377, including 194 males and 183 females.
How many households are there in Melan?
Melan had 73 households.
What is the literacy rate in Melan?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Melan was 44.71%. Male literacy was 50.91% and female literacy was 38.55%.