Melwan

Melwan is a village located in Nangal tehsil of Rupnagar district in Punjab, India. It is situated 9km away from sub-district headquarter Nangal (tehsildar office) and 70km away from district headquarter Rupnagar. As per 2009 stats, Mehlwan is the gram panchayat of Melwan village.

Melwan has its own place in the vibrant Rupnagar 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 Melwan

According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Melwan is 038550. The village spans a total geographical area of 62 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 140114. Nangal is nearest town to Melwan village for all major economic activities.

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Population of Melwan

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

ParticularsTotalMaleFemale
Total Population 1,008 513 495
Child Population (0–6 yrs) 109 61 48
Scheduled Castes (SC) 116 60 56
Scheduled Tribes (ST) N/A N/A N/A
Literate Population 730 415 315
Illiterate Population 278 98 180

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

  • The total population of Melwan village is around 1,008, including approximately 513 males and 495 females, with a sex ratio of 964 females per 1,000 males.
  • There are about 109 children aged 0–6 years in Melwan village, reflecting the young population in the village.
  • Melwan village has 116 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC).
  • The literacy rate of Melwan village is about 72.42%, with male literacy at 80.90% and female literacy at 63.64%.
  • There are around 230 households in Melwan village.

Connectivity of Melwan

Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Melwan. As per the 2011 stats, Melwan had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.

Connectivity Type Status (in year 2011)
Public Bus Service Available within 5 - 10 km distance
Private Bus Service Available within <5 km distance
Railway Station Available within 5 - 10 km distance

Nearby Villages of Melwan

Knowing the nearby villages of Melwan helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Melwan.

Kulgraon Bela Dhiani Gohlani Sangatpur Bhikhapur Sehjowal Bainspur Surewal Hazipur Chhotewal Maujowal

Frequently Asked Questions about Melwan

Where is Melwan located?
Melwan village is situated in Nangal Tehsil, within the Rupnagar district of Punjab, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Melwan?
The Gram Panchayat of Melwan is Mehlwan (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
What is the pincode of Melwan?
The pincode of Melwan is 140114, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
What is the population of Melwan as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Melwan is 1,008, with 513 males and 495 females.
How many households are there in Melwan as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Melwan village has a total of 230 households.
What is the literacy rate in Melwan as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Melwan is 72.42%. The male literacy rate is 80.90%, while the female literacy rate is 63.64%.