Melisikia
Melisikia is a village located in Baliguda tehsil of Kandhamal district in Odisha, India. It is situated 17km away from sub-district headquarter Baliguda (tehsildar office) and 102km away from district headquarter Phulbani. As per 2009 stats, Salaguda is the gram panchayat of Melisikia village.
Melisikia has its own place in the vibrant Kandhamal 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 Melisikia
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Melisikia is 416541. The village spans a total geographical area of 420 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 762110. G. Udayagiri is nearest town to Melisikia village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 86km away.
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Population of Melisikia
Below is a concise population overview of Melisikia as per the Census 2011 data. The table highlights the key population metrics categorized by gender and social groups.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 747 | 375 | 372 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 142 | 75 | 67 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 51 | 23 | 28 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 616 | 308 | 308 |
| Literate Population | 328 | 222 | 106 |
| Illiterate Population | 419 | 153 | 266 |
Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Melisikia village:
- The total population of Melisikia village is around 747, including approximately 375 males and 372 females, with a sex ratio of 992 females per 1,000 males.
- There are about 142 children aged 0–6 years in Melisikia village, reflecting the young population in the village.
- Melisikia village has 51 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC) and 616 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
- The literacy rate of Melisikia village is about 43.91%, with male literacy at 59.20% and female literacy at 28.49%.
- There are around 168 households in Melisikia village.
Connectivity of Melisikia
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Melisikia. As per the 2011 stats, Melisikia 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 5 - 10 km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Melisikia
Knowing the nearby villages of Melisikia helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Melisikia.
Frequently Asked Questions about Melisikia
- Where is Melisikia located?
- Melisikia village is situated in Baliguda Tehsil, within the Kandhamal district of Odisha, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Melisikia?
- The Gram Panchayat of Melisikia is Salaguda (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the pincode of Melisikia?
- The pincode of Melisikia is 762110, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Melisikia as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Melisikia is 747, with 375 males and 372 females.
- How many households are there in Melisikia as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Melisikia village has a total of 168 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Melisikia as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Melisikia is 43.91%. The male literacy rate is 59.20%, while the female literacy rate is 28.49%.