Melane - Chopda, Jalgaon
Melane is a village situated in the Chopda tehsil of Jalgaon district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 28 km from the tehsil headquarters in Chopda and around 95 km from the district headquarters in Jalgaon. Melane village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Melane is 526659. The village covers a total geographical area of 279 hectares and falls under the 425107 pincode. Chopda is the nearest town, located about 28 km away.
Melane village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Chopda Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Raver Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Melane
As per Census 2011, Melane village has a total population of 2,556 people, consisting of 1,303 males and 1,253 females. The village has 393 households and a sex ratio of 961 females per 1,000 males. There are 591 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 953 literate and 1,603 illiterate residents. Additionally, 1 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 2,529 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Melane are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,556 | 1,303 | 1,253 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 591 | 315 | 276 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 1 | 1 | - |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 2,529 | 1,290 | 1,239 |
| Literate Population | 953 | 584 | 369 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,603 | 719 | 884 |
Nearby Villages of Melane
Melane 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 Melane
Public transport in the Melane is mainly available through bus services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Chopda to Melane is about 28 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Jalgaon to Melane is about 95 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 Melane
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Melane village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within >10 km |
Health Facilities in Melane
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Melane village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Melane
Where is Melane located?
Melane village is located in Chopda Tehsil, Jalgaon district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Melane?
Melane is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Melane?
The pincode of Melane is 425107.
What is the population of Melane?
Melane has a total population of 2,556, including 1,303 males and 1,253 females.
How many households are there in Melane?
There are 393 households in Melane.
What is the literacy rate in Melane?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Melane is 37.28%. Male literacy is 44.82% and female literacy is 29.45%.