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.

Melkundel has its own place in the vibrant Kalahandi 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 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.

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Population of Melkundel

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

ParticularsTotalMaleFemale
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

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

  • The total population of Melkundel village is around 689, including approximately 314 males and 375 females, with a sex ratio of 1194 females per 1,000 males.
  • There are about 92 children aged 0–6 years in Melkundel village, reflecting the young population in the village.
  • Melkundel village has 145 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC) and 467 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
  • The literacy rate of Melkundel village is about 28.45%, with male literacy at 41.72% and female literacy at 17.33%.
  • There are around 159 households in Melkundel village.

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)
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%.