Melur
About Melur
According to Census 2011 information the location code or village code of Melur village is 636364. Melur village is located in Udayarpalayam taluka of Ariyalur district in Tamil Nadu, India. It is situated 10km away from sub-district headquarter Jayankondam (tehsildar office) and 39km away from district headquarter Ariyalur. As per 2009 stats, Melur village is also a gram panchayat.
The total geographical area of village is 1023.29 hectares. Melur has a total population of 2,247 peoples, out of which male population is 1,146 while female population is 1,101. This results in a sex ratio of approximately 960 females for every 1,000 males. Literacy rate of melur village is 58.57% out of which 66.32% males and 50.50% females are literate. There are about 620 houses in melur village. Pincode of melur village locality is 621803.
When it comes to administration, Melur village is governed by a Sarpanch, who is an elected representative (Head of Village) chosen through local elections, as per the Constitution of India and the Panchayati Raj Act. As per 2019 stats, Melur village comes under Jayankondam Vidhan Sabha constituency & Chidambaram Lok Sabha constituency. Jayankondam is nearest town to melur village for all major economic activities.
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Population of Melur
The population details of Melur cover important figures like total population, male and female population, children aged 0–6 years, and the number of literate and illiterate people. It also shows how many residents belong to Scheduled Castes and Scheduled Tribes. These details help in understanding the village structure, education level, and community groups.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,247 | 1,146 | 1,101 |
| Child Population (Age 0–6) | 238 | 138 | 100 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) Population | 149 | 76 | 73 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) Population | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Literate Population | 1,316 | 760 | 556 |
| Illiterate Population | 931 | 386 | 545 |
Connectivity of Melur
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Available within village |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Melur
Where is Melur located?
Melur village is situated in Udayarpalayam Taluka, within the Ariyalur district of Tamil Nadu, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Melur?
Melur serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
What is the pincode of Melur?
The pincode of Melur is 621803, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
What is the population of Melur as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Melur is 2,247, with 1,146 males and 1,101 females.
How many households are there in Melur as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Melur village has a total of 620 households.
What is the literacy rate in Melur as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Melur is 58.57%. The male literacy rate is 66.32%, while the female literacy rate is 50.50%.