Melkundel
Melkundel is a village located in Thuamul Rampur tehsil of Kalahandi district in Odisha, India. It is situated 89km away from sub-district headquarter Thuamul Rampur (tehsildar office) and 89km away from district headquarter Bhawanipatna. As per 2009 stats, Th Rampur is the gram panchayat of Melkundel village.
Here you can discover what makes Melkundel unique in its vibrant Thuamul Rampur-Kalahandi region. You’ll see Melkundel’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 Melkundel
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Melkundel is 424398. The village spans a total geographical area of 91 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 766037. Bhawanipatna is nearest town to Melkundel village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 29km away.
Google Map of Melkundel
Population of Melkundel
According to the 2011 Census, Melkundel has a total population of about 689, with approximately 314 males and 375 females. The sex ratio is around 1194 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 92 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 145 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 467. The overall literacy rate is approximately 28.45%, with male literacy at about 41.72% and female literacy near 17.33%. There are around 159 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Melkundel's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
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Total Population | 689 | 314 | 375 |
Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 92 | 40 | 52 |
Scheduled Castes (SC) | 145 | 71 | 74 |
Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 467 | 211 | 256 |
Literate Population | 196 | 131 | 65 |
Illiterate Population | 493 | 183 | 310 |
Connectivity of Melkundel
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Melkundel. As per the 2011 stats, Melkundel had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
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Public Bus Service | Available within 10+ km distance |
Private Bus Service | Available within 10+ km distance |
Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Melkundel
Knowing the nearby villages of Melkundel helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Melkundel.
Frequently Asked Questions about Melkundel
- Where is Melkundel located?
- Melkundel village is situated in Thuamul Rampur Tehsil, within the Kalahandi district of Odisha, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Melkundel?
- The Gram Panchayat of Melkundel is Th Rampur (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the pincode of Melkundel?
- The pincode of Melkundel is 766037, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Melkundel as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Melkundel is 689, with 314 males and 375 females.
- How many households are there in Melkundel as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Melkundel village has a total of 159 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Melkundel as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Melkundel is 28.45%. The male literacy rate is 41.72%, while the female literacy rate is 17.33%.