Melli Forest Block - Jorethang, Namchi
Melli Forest Block is a village situated in the Jorethang subdivision of Namchi district, Sikkim. It is located approximately 30 km from Namchi and around 30 km from Namchi. Mellidara Paiyong serves as the Gram Panchayat for Melli Forest Block village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Melli Forest Block is 261200. The village covers a total geographical area of 4277.68 hectares and falls under the 737128 pincode. Namchi is the nearest town, located about 30 km away.
Melli Forest Block village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Melli Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Sikkim Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Melli Forest Block
According to the 2011 Census, Melli Forest Block village had a total population of 77 people, including 45 males and 32 females, living in 14 households. The sex ratio was 711 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 70.00%, with male literacy at 79.49% and female literacy at 58.06%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 8.
The table below presents a detailed demographic breakdown of the village, including separate male and female figures for each population category.
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 77 | 45 | 32 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 7 | 6 | 1 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 8 | 3 | 5 |
| Literate Population | 49 | 31 | 18 |
| Illiterate Population | 28 | 14 | 14 |
Transport and Connectivity of Melli Forest Block
Public transport in the Melli Forest Block is mainly available through shared van services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Namchi to Melli Forest Block is about 30 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Melli Forest Block
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Melli Forest Block village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within <1 km |
| ATM | No | Available within <1 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within <1 km |
Health Facilities in Melli Forest Block
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Melli Forest Block village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within <1 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Melli Forest Block
Where is Melli Forest Block located?
Melli Forest Block village is located in Jorethang Subdivision, Namchi district, Sikkim, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Melli Forest Block?
The Gram Panchayat of Melli Forest Block is Mellidara Paiyong.
What is the pincode of Melli Forest Block?
The pincode of Melli Forest Block is 737128.
What is the population of Melli Forest Block?
Melli Forest Block had a total population of 77, including 45 males and 32 females.
How many households are there in Melli Forest Block?
Melli Forest Block had 14 households.
What is the literacy rate in Melli Forest Block?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Melli Forest Block was 70.00%. Male literacy was 79.49% and female literacy was 58.06%.