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.

Melana has its own place in the vibrant Kendujhar 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 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.

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Population of Melana

Below is a concise population overview of Melana as per the Census 2011 data. The table highlights the key population metrics categorized by gender and social groups.

ParticularsTotalMaleFemale
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

Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Melana village:

  • The total population of Melana village is around 2,225, including approximately 1,108 males and 1,117 females, with a sex ratio of 1008 females per 1,000 males.
  • There are about 453 children aged 0–6 years in Melana village, reflecting the young population in the village.
  • Melana village has 86 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC) and 1,952 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
  • The literacy rate of Melana village is about 37.93%, with male literacy at 48.92% and female literacy at 27.04%.
  • There are around 496 households in Melana village.

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)
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%.