Melakurichi
Melakurichi is a village located in Virudhachalam taluka of Cuddalore district in Tamil Nadu, India. It is situated 35km away from sub-district headquarter Virudhachalam (tehsildar office) and 95km away from district headquarter Cuddalore. As per 2009 stats, Keelkurichi is the gram panchayat of Melakurichi village.
Melakurichi has its own place in the vibrant Cuddalore 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 Melakurichi
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Melakurichi is 637106. The village spans a total geographical area of 318.46 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 606204. Virudhachalam is nearest town to Melakurichi village for all major economic activities.
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Population of Melakurichi
Below is a concise population overview of Melakurichi 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 | 710 | 356 | 354 |
Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 67 | 28 | 39 |
Scheduled Castes (SC) | 304 | 159 | 145 |
Scheduled Tribes (ST) | N/A | N/A | N/A |
Literate Population | 472 | 285 | 187 |
Illiterate Population | 238 | 71 | 167 |
Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Melakurichi village:
- The total population of Melakurichi village is around 710, including approximately 356 males and 354 females, with a sex ratio of 994 females per 1,000 males.
- There are about 67 children aged 0–6 years in Melakurichi village, reflecting the young population in the village.
- Melakurichi village has 304 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC).
- The literacy rate of Melakurichi village is about 66.48%, with male literacy at 80.06% and female literacy at 52.82%.
- There are around 157 households in Melakurichi village.
Connectivity of Melakurichi
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Melakurichi. As per the 2011 stats, Melakurichi 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 village |
Private Bus Service | Available within 5 - 10 km distance |
Railway Station | Available within 5 - 10 km distance |
Nearby Villages of Melakurichi
Knowing the nearby villages of Melakurichi helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Melakurichi.
Frequently Asked Questions about Melakurichi
- Where is Melakurichi located?
- Melakurichi village is situated in Virudhachalam Taluka, within the Cuddalore district of Tamil Nadu, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Melakurichi?
- The Gram Panchayat of Melakurichi is Keelkurichi (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the pincode of Melakurichi?
- The pincode of Melakurichi is 606204, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Melakurichi as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Melakurichi is 710, with 356 males and 354 females.
- How many households are there in Melakurichi as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Melakurichi village has a total of 157 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Melakurichi as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Melakurichi is 66.48%. The male literacy rate is 80.06%, while the female literacy rate is 52.82%.