Meliaching
Meliaching is a village located in Gyalshing subdivision of West District district in Sikkim, India. It is situated 27km away from Gyalshing , which is both district & sub-district headquarter of Meliaching village. As per 2009 stats, Meliaching village is also a gram panchayat.
Meliaching has its own place in the vibrant West District 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 Meliaching
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Meliaching is 260989. The village spans a total geographical area of 235.09 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 737113. Gyalshing is nearest town to Meliaching village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 27km away.
When it comes to local governance, Meliaching 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 Yoksam-tashiding 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 Meliaching
Population of Meliaching
Below is a concise population overview of Meliaching as per the Census 2011 data. The table highlights the key population metrics categorized by gender and social groups.
Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
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Total Population | 666 | 323 | 343 |
Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 106 | 50 | 56 |
Scheduled Castes (SC) | N/A | N/A | N/A |
Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 308 | 161 | 147 |
Literate Population | 341 | 173 | 168 |
Illiterate Population | 325 | 150 | 175 |
Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Meliaching village:
- The total population of Meliaching village is around 666, including approximately 323 males and 343 females, with a sex ratio of 1061 females per 1,000 males.
- There are about 106 children aged 0–6 years in Meliaching village, reflecting the young population in the village.
- Meliaching village has 308 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
- The literacy rate of Meliaching village is about 51.20%, with male literacy at 53.56% and female literacy at 48.98%.
- There are around 137 households in Meliaching village.
Connectivity of Meliaching
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Meliaching. As per the 2011 stats, Meliaching 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 10+ km distance |
Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Meliaching
Knowing the nearby villages of Meliaching helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Meliaching.
Frequently Asked Questions about Meliaching
- Where is Meliaching located?
- Meliaching village is situated in Gyalshing Subdivision, within the West District district of Sikkim, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Meliaching?
- Meliaching serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
- What is the pincode of Meliaching?
- The pincode of Meliaching is 737113, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Meliaching as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Meliaching is 666, with 323 males and 343 females.
- How many households are there in Meliaching as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Meliaching village has a total of 137 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Meliaching as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Meliaching is 51.20%. The male literacy rate is 53.56%, while the female literacy rate is 48.98%.