Melchhamunda
Melchhamunda is a village located in Melchhamunda tehsil of Bargarh district in Odisha, India. It is situated 22km away from sub-district headquarter Melchhamunda (tehsildar office) and 55km away from district headquarter Bargarh. As per 2009 stats, Malchhamunda is the gram panchayat of Melchhamunda village.
Here you can discover what makes Melchhamunda unique in its vibrant Melchhamunda-Bargarh region. You’ll see Melchhamunda’s rich profile with demographics like population, households, literacy, sex ratio, kids, castes etc., geographical details like satellite map, area, pincode, plus local governance through gram panchayat, broader constituencies, nearby villages, connectivity, and answers to common questions.
About Melchhamunda
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Melchhamunda is 380197. The village spans a total geographical area of 352 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 768028. Padmapur is nearest town to Melchhamunda village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 22km away.
Google Map of Melchhamunda
Population of Melchhamunda
According to the 2011 Census, Melchhamunda has a total population of about 1,280, with approximately 642 males and 638 females. The sex ratio is around 993 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 125 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 213 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 154. The overall literacy rate is approximately 72.66%, with male literacy at about 80.37% and female literacy near 64.89%. There are around 316 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Melchhamunda's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,280 | 642 | 638 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 125 | 62 | 63 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 213 | 108 | 105 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 154 | 78 | 76 |
| Literate Population | 930 | 516 | 414 |
| Illiterate Population | 350 | 126 | 224 |
Connectivity of Melchhamunda
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Melchhamunda. As per the 2011 stats, Melchhamunda had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within <5 km distance |
| Private Bus Service | Available within <5 km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within <5 km distance |
Nearby Villages of Melchhamunda
Knowing the nearby villages of Melchhamunda helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Melchhamunda.
Frequently Asked Questions about Melchhamunda
- Where is Melchhamunda located?
- Melchhamunda village is situated in Melchhamunda Tehsil, within the Bargarh district of Odisha, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Melchhamunda?
- The Gram Panchayat of Melchhamunda is Malchhamunda (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the pincode of Melchhamunda?
- The pincode of Melchhamunda is 768028, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Melchhamunda as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Melchhamunda is 1,280, with 642 males and 638 females.
- How many households are there in Melchhamunda as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Melchhamunda village has a total of 316 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Melchhamunda as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Melchhamunda is 72.66%. The male literacy rate is 80.37%, while the female literacy rate is 64.89%.