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.
Here you can discover what makes Melisikia unique in its vibrant Baliguda-Kandhamal region. You’ll see Melisikia’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 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
According to the 2011 Census, Melisikia has a total population of about 747, with approximately 375 males and 372 females. The sex ratio is around 992 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 142 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 51 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 616. The overall literacy rate is approximately 43.91%, with male literacy at about 59.20% and female literacy near 28.49%. There are around 168 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Melisikia's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
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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 |
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) |
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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%.