Melapalaiyur
About Melapalaiyur
According to Census 2011 information the location code or village code of Melapalaiyur village is 637199. Melapalaiyur village is located in Virudhachalam taluka of Cuddalore district in Tamil Nadu, India. It is situated 18km away from sub-district headquarter Virudhachalam (tehsildar office) and 78km away from district headquarter Cuddalore. As per 2009 stats, Melapalaiyur village is also a gram panchayat.
The total geographical area of village is 261.04 hectares. Melapalaiyur has a total population of 1,696 peoples, out of which male population is 839 while female population is 857. This results in a sex ratio of approximately 1021 females for every 1,000 males. Literacy rate of melapalaiyur village is 58.14% out of which 67.70% males and 48.77% females are literate. There are about 458 houses in melapalaiyur village. Pincode of melapalaiyur village locality is 606110.
Virudhachalam is nearest town to melapalaiyur village for all major economic activities.
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Population of Melapalaiyur
The population details of Melapalaiyur 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 | 1,696 | 839 | 857 |
| Child Population (Age 0–6) | 193 | 93 | 100 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) Population | 706 | 344 | 362 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) Population | 1 | 1 | N/A |
| Literate Population | 986 | 568 | 418 |
| Illiterate Population | 710 | 271 | 439 |
Connectivity of Melapalaiyur
| 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 Melapalaiyur
Where is Melapalaiyur located?
Melapalaiyur village is situated in Virudhachalam Taluka, within the Cuddalore district of Tamil Nadu, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Melapalaiyur?
Melapalaiyur serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
What is the pincode of Melapalaiyur?
The pincode of Melapalaiyur is 606110, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
What is the population of Melapalaiyur as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Melapalaiyur is 1,696, with 839 males and 857 females.
How many households are there in Melapalaiyur as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Melapalaiyur village has a total of 458 households.
What is the literacy rate in Melapalaiyur as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Melapalaiyur is 58.14%. The male literacy rate is 67.70%, while the female literacy rate is 48.77%.