Melrafa

Melrafa is a village located in Thuamul Rampur tehsil of Kalahandi district in Odisha, India. It is situated 95km away from sub-district headquarter Thuamul Rampur (tehsildar office) and 95km away from district headquarter Bhawanipatna. As per 2009 stats, Kerpai is the gram panchayat of Melrafa village.

Here you can discover what makes Melrafa unique in its vibrant Thuamul Rampur-Kalahandi region. You’ll see Melrafa’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 Melrafa

According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Melrafa is 424326. The village spans a total geographical area of 32 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 766037. Bhawanipatna is nearest town to Melrafa village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 95km away.

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Population of Melrafa

According to the 2011 Census, Melrafa has a total population of about 264, with approximately 115 males and 149 females. The sex ratio is around 1295 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 53 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 74 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 190. The overall literacy rate is approximately 25.38%, with male literacy at about 32.17% and female literacy near 20.13%. There are around 60 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Melrafa's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.

ParticularsTotalMaleFemale
Total Population 264 115 149
Child Population (0–6 yrs) 53 20 33
Scheduled Castes (SC) 74 33 41
Scheduled Tribes (ST) 190 82 108
Literate Population 67 37 30
Illiterate Population 197 78 119

Connectivity of Melrafa

Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Melrafa. As per the 2011 stats, Melrafa 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 Melrafa

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

Frequently Asked Questions about Melrafa

Where is Melrafa located?
Melrafa village is situated in Thuamul Rampur Tehsil, within the Kalahandi district of Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Melrafa?
The Gram Panchayat of Melrafa is Kerpai (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
What is the pincode of Melrafa?
The pincode of Melrafa is 766037, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
What is the population of Melrafa as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Melrafa is 264, with 115 males and 149 females.
How many households are there in Melrafa as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Melrafa village has a total of 60 households.
What is the literacy rate in Melrafa as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Melrafa is 25.38%. The male literacy rate is 32.17%, while the female literacy rate is 20.13%.