Melapaketa - Baliguda, Kandhamal
Melapaketa is a village situated in the Baliguda tehsil of Kandhamal district, Odisha. It is located approximately 26 km from the tehsil headquarters in Baliguda and around 111 km from the district headquarters in Phulbani. Salaguda serves as the Gram Panchayat for Melapaketa village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Melapaketa is 416511. The village covers a total geographical area of 30 hectares and falls under the 762110 pincode. G. Udayagiri is the nearest town, located about 95 km away.
Melapaketa village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Baliguda Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Kandhamal Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Melapaketa
According to the 2011 Census, Melapaketa village had a total population of 28 people, including 14 males and 14 females, living in 6 households. The sex ratio was 1,000 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 10.00%, with male literacy at 11.11% and female literacy at 9.09%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 28.
The table below presents a detailed demographic breakdown of the village, including separate male and female figures for each population category.
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 28 | 14 | 14 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 8 | 5 | 3 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 28 | 14 | 14 |
| Literate Population | 2 | 1 | 1 |
| Illiterate Population | 26 | 13 | 13 |
Nearby Villages of Melapaketa
Melapaketa is surrounded by several nearby villages in its surroundings. These villages are part of the local area and are commonly connected through local routes and daily movement of people.
Transport and Connectivity of Melapaketa
Public transport facilities are available within 5-10 km of the Melapaketa.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from G. Udayagiri to Melapaketa is about 95 km, with a usual travel time of around ~2.7 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Phulbani to Melapaketa is about 111 km, with the usual travel time around ~3.2 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Melapaketa
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Melapaketa village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within >10 km |
Health Facilities in Melapaketa
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Melapaketa village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Melapaketa
Where is Melapaketa located?
Melapaketa village is located in Baliguda Tehsil, Kandhamal district, Odisha, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Melapaketa?
The Gram Panchayat of Melapaketa is Salaguda.
What is the pincode of Melapaketa?
The pincode of Melapaketa is 762110.
What is the population of Melapaketa?
Melapaketa had a total population of 28, including 14 males and 14 females.
How many households are there in Melapaketa?
Melapaketa had 6 households.
What is the literacy rate in Melapaketa?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Melapaketa was 10.00%. Male literacy was 11.11% and female literacy was 9.09%.