Melaka
About Melaka
According to Census 2011 information the location code or village code of Melaka village is 401517. Melaka village is located in Kuakhia tehsil of Jajapur district in Odisha, India. It is situated 8km away from sub-district headquarter Kuakhia (tehsildar office) and 24km away from district headquarter Jajapur . As per 2009 stats, Odisso is the gram panchayat of Melaka village.
The total geographical area of village is 19 hectares. Melaka has a total population of 303 peoples, out of which male population is 158 while female population is 145. This results in a sex ratio of approximately 917 females for every 1,000 males. Literacy rate of melaka village is 81.85% out of which 82.91% males and 80.69% females are literate. There are about 61 houses in melaka village. Pincode of melaka village locality is 755008.
When it comes to administration, Melaka 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, Melaka village comes under Dharmasala Vidhan Sabha constituency & Jajpur Lok Sabha constituency. Jajapur is nearest town to melaka village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 24km away.
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Population of Melaka
The population details of Melaka 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 | 303 | 158 | 145 |
| Child Population (Age 0–6) | 32 | 18 | 14 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) Population | 20 | 14 | 6 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) Population | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Literate Population | 248 | 131 | 117 |
| Illiterate Population | 55 | 27 | 28 |
Connectivity of Melaka
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within 5 - 10 km distance |
| Private Bus Service | Available within 5 - 10 km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Melaka
Where is Melaka located?
Melaka village is situated in Kuakhia Tehsil, within the Jajapur district of Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Melaka?
The Gram Panchayat of Melaka is Odisso (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
What is the pincode of Melaka?
The pincode of Melaka is 755008, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
What is the population of Melaka as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Melaka is 303, with 158 males and 145 females.
How many households are there in Melaka as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Melaka village has a total of 61 households.
What is the literacy rate in Melaka as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Melaka is 81.85%. The male literacy rate is 82.91%, while the female literacy rate is 80.69%.