Melli Forest Block

Melli Forest Block is a village located in Namchi subdivision of South District district in Sikkim, India. It is situated 30km away from Namchi, which is both district & sub-district headquarter of Melli Forest Block village. As per 2009 stats, Mellidara Paiyong is the gram panchayat of Melli Forest Block village.

Here you can discover what makes Melli Forest Block unique in its vibrant Namchi-South District region. You’ll see Melli Forest Block’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 Melli Forest Block

According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Melli Forest Block is 261200. The village spans a total geographical area of 4277.68 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 737128. Namchi is nearest town to Melli Forest Block village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 30km away.

When it comes to local governance, Melli Forest Block village is administered by a Sarpanch, the elected head of the village, in accordance with the Constitution of India and the Panchayati Raj Act. The village falls under the Melli Vidhan Sabha constituency for state-level representation and the Sikkim Lok Sabha constituency for national parliamentary elections. The local administration is responsible for civic services and development within the village.

Google Map of Melli Forest Block

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Population of Melli Forest Block

According to the 2011 Census, Melli Forest Block has a total population of about 77, with approximately 45 males and 32 females. The sex ratio is around 711 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 7 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. Details about the Scheduled Castes (SC) community are not available. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 8. The overall literacy rate is approximately 63.64%, with male literacy at about 68.89% and female literacy near 56.25%. There are around 14 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Melli Forest Block's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.

ParticularsTotalMaleFemale
Total Population 77 45 32
Child Population (0–6 yrs) 7 6 1
Scheduled Castes (SC) N/A N/A N/A
Scheduled Tribes (ST) 8 3 5
Literate Population 49 31 18
Illiterate Population 28 14 14

Connectivity of Melli Forest Block

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

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

Nearby Villages of Melli Forest Block

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

Frequently Asked Questions about Melli Forest Block

Where is Melli Forest Block located?
Melli Forest Block village is situated in Namchi Subdivision, within the South District district of Sikkim, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Melli Forest Block?
The Gram Panchayat of Melli Forest Block is Mellidara Paiyong (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
What is the pincode of Melli Forest Block?
The pincode of Melli Forest Block is 737128, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
What is the population of Melli Forest Block as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Melli Forest Block is 77, with 45 males and 32 females.
How many households are there in Melli Forest Block as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Melli Forest Block village has a total of 14 households.
What is the literacy rate in Melli Forest Block as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Melli Forest Block is 63.64%. The male literacy rate is 68.89%, while the female literacy rate is 56.25%.