Melana
Melana is a village located in Ghatgaon tehsil of Kendujhar district in Odisha, India. It is situated 52km away from sub-district headquarter Ghatgaon (tehsildar office) and 52km away from district headquarter Kendujhar. As per 2009 stats, Uperdiha is the gram panchayat of Melana village.
Here you can discover what makes Melana unique in its vibrant Ghatgaon-Kendujhar region. You’ll see Melana’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 Melana
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Melana is 386699. The village spans a total geographical area of 982 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 758027. Kendujhar is nearest town to Melana village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 54km away.
Google Map of Melana
Population of Melana
According to the 2011 Census, Melana has a total population of about 2,225, with approximately 1,108 males and 1,117 females. The sex ratio is around 1008 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 453 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 86 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 1,952. The overall literacy rate is approximately 37.93%, with male literacy at about 48.92% and female literacy near 27.04%. There are around 496 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Melana's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
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Total Population | 2,225 | 1,108 | 1,117 |
Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 453 | 219 | 234 |
Scheduled Castes (SC) | 86 | 45 | 41 |
Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1,952 | 962 | 990 |
Literate Population | 844 | 542 | 302 |
Illiterate Population | 1,381 | 566 | 815 |
Connectivity of Melana
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Melana. As per the 2011 stats, Melana 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 village |
Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Melana
Knowing the nearby villages of Melana helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Melana.
Frequently Asked Questions about Melana
- Where is Melana located?
- Melana village is situated in Ghatgaon Tehsil, within the Kendujhar district of Odisha, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Melana?
- The Gram Panchayat of Melana is Uperdiha (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the pincode of Melana?
- The pincode of Melana is 758027, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Melana as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Melana is 2,225, with 1,108 males and 1,117 females.
- How many households are there in Melana as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Melana village has a total of 496 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Melana as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Melana is 37.93%. The male literacy rate is 48.92%, while the female literacy rate is 27.04%.