Melagiri

Melagiri is a village located in Selsella subdivision of West Garo Hills district in Meghalaya, India. It is situated 15km away from sub-district headquarter Selsella (tehsildar office) and 60km away from district headquarter Tura.

Melagiri has its own place in the vibrant West Garo Hills region. In the following sections, you’ll find details about population, literacy, households, children, caste data, area, pincode, local governance, nearby villages, connectivity, and more.

About Melagiri

According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Melagiri is 272915. Selsella is nearest town to Melagiri village for all major economic activities.

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Population of Melagiri

Below is a concise population overview of Melagiri as per the Census 2011 data. The table highlights the key population metrics categorized by gender and social groups.

ParticularsTotalMaleFemale
Total Population 195 94 101
Child Population (0–6 yrs) 33 18 15
Scheduled Castes (SC) N/A N/A N/A
Scheduled Tribes (ST) 192 94 98
Literate Population 88 41 47
Illiterate Population 107 53 54

Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Melagiri village:

  • The total population of Melagiri village is around 195, including approximately 94 males and 101 females, with a sex ratio of 1074 females per 1,000 males.
  • There are about 33 children aged 0–6 years in Melagiri village, reflecting the young population in the village.
  • Melagiri village has 192 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
  • The literacy rate of Melagiri village is about 45.13%, with male literacy at 43.62% and female literacy at 46.53%.
  • There are around 37 households in Melagiri village.

Connectivity of Melagiri

Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Melagiri. As per the 2011 stats, Melagiri had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.

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

Nearby Villages of Melagiri

Knowing the nearby villages of Melagiri helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Melagiri.

Khasigre Kagagiri Taironggre Rangsagre Rengma Apal Rongmagiri Nunmati Bolbokgre Gurigiri Gutlibari Dalangsa

Frequently Asked Questions about Melagiri

Where is Melagiri located?
Melagiri village is situated in Selsella Subdivision, within the West Garo Hills district of Meghalaya, India.
What is the pincode of Melagiri?
The pincode of Melagiri is 794104, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
What is the population of Melagiri as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Melagiri is 195, with 94 males and 101 females.
How many households are there in Melagiri as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Melagiri village has a total of 37 households.
What is the literacy rate in Melagiri as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Melagiri is 45.13%. The male literacy rate is 43.62%, while the female literacy rate is 46.53%.